Lead Biologist
- Employer
- ATCC
- Location
- Manassas, Virginia, US
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Oct 12, 2024
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- Sector
- Academic / Research
- Field
- Conservation science
- Discipline
- Other
- Salary Type
- Salary
- Employment Type
- Full time
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Ready to shape the future of science and global health? ATCC, a pioneer in biomaterials manufacturing, is seeking a Lead Biologist onsite located in Manassas, VA. This position requires extensive experience with molecular biology and virology.
We're looking for a Lead Biologist to manufacture or test biological materials and standards. You'll lead the team to support the production of biological cultures to support various government contracts. You will provide training and guidance to the team.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Benefits
We Invest in You
Join ATCC, where we fuel your success, well-being, and development. We're a mission focused non-profit Equal Opportunity Employer, championing diversity and inclusivity. When you work at ATCC, you become a part of that mission, one we've committed to for almost 100 years. Shape the future of science with us.
ATCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
We're looking for a Lead Biologist to manufacture or test biological materials and standards. You'll lead the team to support the production of biological cultures to support various government contracts. You will provide training and guidance to the team.
Responsibilities
- Manufacturing Operations: Manufacturing or quality control (QC) testing of biological products by following standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and other controlled documents. Maintain lab safety, operations, equipment, and supplies. Serve as the expert on the floor.
- Documentation: Maintain and review production batch records in compliance with good laboratory practices. Revise and develop SOPs and work instructions. Collect, analyze, and report data, ensuring meticulous documentation.
- Continuous Learning and Problem-Solving: Be a subject matter expert of various cell lines and organisms and handle complex challenges in alignment with organizational policies.
- Laboratory Management: Lead root cause analysis and investigate non-conformances. Process improvement with cross departmental collaboration. Provide mentorship and training to members of the team. Fill in for supervisor as necessary.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific field with 8+ years of relevant experience or equivalent.
- PhD degree is preferred.
- Extensive experience with molecular biology and virology required.
- Strong ability to mentor and lead others.
Benefits
We Invest in You
- Health & Wellness:
- Comprehensive medical coverage and company paid Life Insurance, Disability Insurance & AD&D
- Work life balance with Paid Holidays and PTO
- Fitness and cell phone subsidies, and additional benefits such as Aflac, legal services, and pet insurance
- Employee Assistance Program offering around-the-clock counseling
- Financial security:
- 401(a) (6% employer contribution) and 403(b) (2% match) retirement plans
- Exceptional career advancement opportunities, recognition, and rewards
- Corporate bonus program
- Mission Focused:
- Non-profit organization supporting critical life science research
- We give scientists the tools they need to make discoveries that improve and save lives
- Contribute to community involvement and social responsibility
Join ATCC, where we fuel your success, well-being, and development. We're a mission focused non-profit Equal Opportunity Employer, championing diversity and inclusivity. When you work at ATCC, you become a part of that mission, one we've committed to for almost 100 years. Shape the future of science with us.
ATCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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