The OraSure family of companies empowers the global community to improve health and wellness by providing access to accurate, essential information. Our ability to positively affect change is powered by the innovative tools, services and diagnostics we deliver to the market.
Together with its wholly owned subsidiaries, DNA Genotek, Diversigen, and Novosanis, the OraSure family of companies provides its customers with end-to-end solutions that encompass tools, services, and diagnostics. Our teams play a role in empowering people to discover healthier lives by creating effortless tests, collection kits, and services. It’s first-to-market, innovative products include rapid tests for the detection of antibodies to HIV and Hepatitis C (HCV) on the OraQuick® platform; sample self-collection and stabilization products for molecular applications; and oral fluid laboratory tests for detecting various drugs of abuse.
Overview
Here at the OraSure family of companies our innovative sampling tools, services and diagnostics unlock access to accurate, essential information that advances global health and well-being. Our products include molecular sampling kits for the genome and microbiome, cutting-edge services and analytics, rapid diagnostics for infectious disease, and tests for substance abuse. Key researcher and future team leader of critical initiatives in particular on protein and antibody expression, purification, and molecular cloning.
Responsibilities include analyzing research and development projects, planning and execution at the bench. Strong cell culture and protein biochemistry skills. Scope of work may include laboratory and field research, product development, and technical support. Also responsible for the research and development of new and novel antigens and antibodies for use in the medical diagnostic industry using the latest and most advanced technologies. Enabling in house capabilities through industry standard practices for bacterial and mammalian expression systems.
Snapshot of Responsibilities
- Bench Scientist required >70% hours
- Responsible for teamwork on multiple protein engineering projects through Research and to Product Development to support new products.
- Extensive experience to troubleshoot laboratory issues: equipment and methods.
- Provide technical advice on competitor products, new products, and scientific concepts that may lead to new products.
- Maintain an ongoing surveillance of marketing, scientific, and patent literature to stay abreast of new developments and products that may impact OraSure’s business
- Participates in the preparation of supporting data documents for regulatory submission to the FDA in support of our regulatory department.
- Designs experiments, evaluates data, communicates results to others and determines subsequent course of action consistent with project and company goals.
- Independent team member with low level of supervision and direction from management. May be responsible for associates’ contribution and timeline for specific projects.
- Prepares and presents papers at scientific meetings and/or publishes papers in scientific journals.
- May have direct reports and responsible for reviewing, coaching, developing critical skills
- May lead technology transfer and supports validation of new products & processes.
- May participate in core teams as required
- Maintains timely execution of notebook and documentation according to Quality Department
- Responsible for supplies ordering, equipment maintenance and cleaning lab.
What You Bring
- BS or MS in chemistry/biology/immunology/biochemistry and combined >12+ years of industry experience OR PhD with >10+ years bench experience in R&D at a biopharmaceutical or equivalent with diagnostic assay development for immunoassay platforms under ISO certification. Experienced in technical skills for expression and purification of recombinant proteins: Affinity, SEC, HIC, IEX, analytical and preparative chromatography.
- Proven accomplishment contributing to successful technology or product development
- Knowledge of a variety of biochemical, immunological, microbiological, and molecular biology assay methods and laboratory safety regulations.
- Established skills in molecular biology and protein purification are preferred.
- Must be able to independently conduct an assigned portion of a project.
- Demonstrated technical and scientific skill and experience in designing recombinant proteins, framework analysis for antibodies, designing vectors for prokaryotic and mammalian expression systems.
- Experienced in plate-based assays, development of reagents and optimization of samples and strategies.
- Experienced in BLS2+ lab, working with potentially infectious human samples, performs all work under safety guidelines at all times
- Experience with infectious diseases such as bacterial and viral pathogens and samples.
- Demonstrable communication skills, written and oral, including a high level of proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, alignment software, MolBio software/tools.
- Conjugation expertise, Immunoassay experience, affinity measurements by SPR/BLI, epitope mapping/design a plus.
- Willing to work at the bench and to assist in teaching technical skills to subordinates and/or colleagues.
- Must be able to demonstrate scientific knowledge and application.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent time-management skills, multi-tasking skills and efficient execution on deliverables.
- Excellent communication skills, written (presentation) and oral. Ability to be collaborative at all levels and cross-functionally, accept direction when needed, enthusiastic, self-motivated required.
$91,000 - $154,000 a yearThe base salary range for this full-time position is $91,000 to $154,000 USD. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base salary for the position, based on our defined salary pay ranges. Our ranges are broad to account for differences in roles, performance, experience, skillsets, education and business needs and individual pay is determined by a variety of factors. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package, as noted below. The OraSure family of companies encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of the communities in which we operate.
We apply a rigorous, consistent, and equitable standard to the assessment of all candidates, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, age, religion, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees are welcomed and belong. What we have to offer: - Tiered Medical PPO, EPO, Vision and Dental coverage - Disability and Life Insurance Benefits - Generous 401K plan and company-matching contributions - Highly competitive paid time-off - Maternity Leave and Parental Leave Coverage - Employee Referral Program – you may be eligible for a cash bonus if your referrals are hired - Employee Assistance Program - Employee Service Recognition - Job-related Training Programs - Ability to participate in Teams, Committees, Events and Clubs - Depending on the role you may be eligible to work in a hybrid environment or fully remotely - Free Onsite Parking Please note, the above applies to full-time permanent positions.
Culture, People & Community
The OraSure family of companies recognizes that the long-term health of our business is directly connected to the health of the planet, local communities and the OraSure family of companies employees. - LIVE IT Committee – committed to creating an environment that embodies our values - All Means U: Employee Committee on Belonging hosts various events across all company locations such as monthly book club and mentorship program - Wellness Committee empowers colleagues to make critical decisions to improve and protect health - Sustainability Committee aims to minimize impact on the environment - Social Committee who organize and run events for both remote and onsite employees, to create connection and community At the OraSure family of companies, we have a clear vision; cultivate an environment of equal employment opportunity where we do not tolerate discrimination or allow the harassment of employees or applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. The OraSure family of companies aims to create and foster workplaces that reflects and contributes to the global communities in which we do business and the customers and partners we serve.
This includes all communities impacted by our corporate presence. As part of this commitment, the OraSure family of companies and its subsidiaries will ensure employees and applicants are provided reasonable accommodation per request. If you require disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Rebecca Zeleney at rebecca.zeleney@dnagenotek.com. The OraSure family of companies will consult with all applicants who request disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs. Apply for this job
