Pfm
Senior Scientist
Houston, TX, USA. Posted 20 days ago
The role
This person will lead protein expression assays on tissues and liquid biopsies. They will design, develop, and validate assays while supervising laboratory staff and communicating results to clients.
What you will do
- Leads the development and implementation of protein expression services
- Designs and performs experiments independently
- Conduct and support GCLP-compliant laboratory activities
- Coordinates with management to develop project timelines
- Trains and mentors junior staff in cell culture and antibody staining techniques
- Assists in establishing and improving procedures and SOP documentation
- Troubleshoots and corrects scientific issues
- Ensures experiments are performed on qualified equipment
- Maintains and supports safe lab practices
- Supervises assigned project related laboratory staff
Required qualifications
- Ph.D. in cell biology, oncology, or related fields and 6+ years’ relevant laboratory experience OR Master’s Degree and 10+ years’ in an academic core or industry
- Experience in cell culture
- Experience with manual staining and automated protocols for multiplex Immunofluorescence (mIF) assays
- Experience with Indica Halo or other digital pathology software
- Ability to prioritize tasks and function in a team-oriented environment
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Ability to organize and analyze data, as well as prepare reports
- Excellent use of judgment and discretion required
- Extended work hours may be occasionally necessary
- Ability to lift and carry between 1-15 lbs.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. overhead with assistance
- Ability to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English language
Nice to have
- A solid understanding of current GLP and/or ISO/CAP/CLIA standards
- Experience supervising technical personnel
Benefits
- discretionary annual bonus
- health insurance
- retirement savings benefits
- life insurance
- disability benefits
- parental leave
- paid time off for sick leave and vacation
Before you apply
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without employer sponsorship
About the company
Precision Medicine Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.