Entry Level Scientist- Viral Clearance
Core
Perform viral clearance testing on bio/pharmaceutical products by introducing viruses into client samples and measuring the ability of purification steps to remove or inactivate them to ensure product safety.
Role type
Entry-level laboratory scientist (virology/viral clearance)
Builds
Viral clearance data and safety assurance for pharmaceutical manufacturing processes
Domain
Life sciences / Biopharmaceuticals / Viral safety testing
Required skills
Cell culture manipulation, Virus plaque assays, Virus stock preparation, AKTA Chromatography operation, Protein purification, Viral filtration, Virus inactivation, AEX/CEX chromatography, GMP/GLP compliance, Laboratory instrumentation handling
Preferred skills
TCID50, Virus production, Customer service orientation, Multitasking, Organizational skills
Technologies
AKTA Chromatography systems, Biological Safety Cabinets, Microscopes, Hotplates, Balances, pH meters, Shakers, Electronic pipettors, Water baths, Centrifuges
Responsibilities
Perform cell culture manipulation and virus sample dilutions for plaque assays; Spike client sample intermediates with virus to assess purification steps; Perform client purification processes in the lab; Prepare virus stocks and improve titer/purity; Review laboratory data for accuracy and adherence to GMP/GLP regulations.
Seniority
Entry-level, supervised IC
