Overview:

The work we do at FDB has never been more important—and we are looking for talented candidates to join us. We are growing our locations, our capabilities, and our teams, and looking for passionate, mission-driven people like you who want to make a real difference in people’s lives. Join FDB and help create the next vaccine, cure, or gene therapy in partnership with some of the most innovative biopharma companies across the globe. We are proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your passion, energy, and drive - what FDB call Genki. 

College Station, Texas may be a small, university town, but the lively cultural scene and local amenities make it a great place for families as well as those who want the ease of small-town life and the convenience of living close to the vibrant pulse of big cities. Eighty-seven percent of Texas' population lives within a 180-mile radius, so we are in the center of it all in Texas. And our site is nestled in the hub of innovation, representing a source of pride for the area.

Summary:

The Associate Scientist’s primary responsibility is the execution and documentation of scientific experiments and maintaining laboratory equipment.  The position assists scientific staff in conducting and reporting the results of laboratory experiments. The individual monitors ongoing experiments for any unusual occurrences. The individual will develop a practical understanding of own scientific discipline and apply this knowledge in support of product development.

External US:

Essential Functions:

General knowledge of basic, viral vector, chemical and/or biochemical analysis and associated techniques.

Assist with virus titration methods.

Routinely follow established protocols and SOPs to produce highly reproducible results.

Assist with method transfers and method development.

Prepare buffer solutions and perform other lab duties related to methods development.

Collect and analyze data, summarize results and report results.

Maintain a laboratory notebook according to company guidelines.

Maintain analytical instrumentation as needed and interface with external vendors for instrument installation and operation qualifications.

Independent use and application of instrumentation, computer systems and software for data acquisition and analysis

Ensure lab is maintained (organized, clean, properly supplied).

All other duties as may be assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities:

Ability to perform biochemical assays such as SDS-PAGE, Western blotting, HPLC, ELISA, molecular assays such as ddPCR and qPCR.

Strong organizational skills.

Ability to clearly communicate in writing and verbally with internal staff.

Capable of monitoring ongoing experiments for any unusual occurrences

An understanding of and application of required techniques in support of projects and studies according to pre-defined plans and protocols

Able to assist in the implementation of new methods and processes

Basic equipment troubleshooting

Detail oriented and accurate.

Ability to multitask and prioritize work assignments with little supervision.

Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

Experience prolonged standing, along with some bending, stooping, and stretching.

Use hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment.

Potential for exposure to hazardous chemicals, gases, fumes, odors, mists, and dusts, and other hazardous materials.

Ability to lift 50 pounds on occasion and 25 pounds regularly.

Ability to wear PPE. 

Attendance is mandatory.

Minimum Qualifications (in addition to the required skill sets and abilities):

Bachelor’s Degree in a science related field with 1 year of relevant experience; OR

Associate’s Degree in a science related field with 4 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

GMP experience.

Join us!  FDB is advancing tomorrow’s medicine, impassioning employees to chase the impossible and continually expand their potential.  We are a company of emboldened goal seekers – driven by an innate desire to better ourselves, our families, our workplace, our company, our community, and the world at large.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If an accommodation to the application process is needed, please email (url removed) or call (phone number removed).

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