Scientist- Virology
- Employer
- Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann Company
- Location
- 94065, Redwood City
- Start date
- Apr 19, 2021
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- Discipline
- Science/R&D, Immunology, Infectious Disease, Virology
- Required Education
- Masters Degree/MBA
- Position Type
- Full time
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Yoh is seeking a Scientist, Virology to join our Client's Virology team in Redwood City, CA. This Scientist will be contributing to the development of our client’s pipeline R&D programs.
This Scientist, Virology will perform and support research and preclinical activities leading to IND submissions across our client’s portfolio.
See below for complete job responsibilities and requirements. If after reviewing, you are interested in learning more about this, or other opportunities within the Biotech Industry, please apply with your updated resume ASAP.
Key Responsibilities:
- Cloning and generation of RNA viruses using recombinant DNA techniques
- Culturing RNA viruses and optimizing growth conditions
- Characterization of RNA viruses by Western blots, growth curves, and sequence analyses of virus genomes
- Design and perform antibody assays – plaque neutralization assays, ELISA, and other immunology assays
- Collaborate with the manufacturing team to generate vaccine product for clinical evaluation
- Participate in regulatory submissions
- Manage or mentor junior Scientists and Research Associates
- Interact and manage vendors and CROs
Requirements:
- Ph.D. in Virology or applicable field with relevant post-doc or 1 + years of industry experience is preferred.
- Strong tissue culture experience is required, preferably with hands-on virology experience as well
- Experience working on RNA viruses
- Experience designing and carrying out immunology assays, including plaque neutralization and ELISAs
- Molecular biology and molecular engineering experience, including PCR, gene design, RNA/DNA cloning, and sequence analysis
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to change directions quickly
- Ability and desire to work both independently and as part of an innovative team
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