Research Associate

General Job Description

Vyriad is a clinical stage biotechnology company based in Rochester MN. We are developing the next generation of targeted genetic medicines for cancer therapy. As a Research Associate, you will be an integral part of a dynamic team focused on advancing scientific knowledge and developing innovative solutions in the Process Development and Manufacturing department. Your role will involve learning various analytical assays, conducting experiments, analyzing data, and presentation of the results. You will collaborate with scientists, technologists and other team members to achieve team goals and support the development of new manufacturing processes.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform routine testing and review testing data and results to ensure compliance to appropriate test methods, specifications, and protocols.
• Performs lab support functions e.g. ordering, inventory checks, stocking, reagent prep, equipment cleaning
• Clearly documents data and experiments in laboratory records
• Authors protocols, technical reports and other associated documentation.
• Participate in group meetings, present results of work, interpret data, and draw conclusions regarding presented material and nature of work.
• Work in collaboration with more senior scientists to design experiments and advance state-of-the-art techniques
• Serves as a departmental liaison by providing data project updates.
• Apply statistical and other software for analysis of process data.
• Issue knowledge base reports summarizing conclusion of data reviews.
• Collaborate and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Any other duties required as needed

Education and Experience Requirements

• Life sciences degree (Bachelors) in Scientific, Engineering or Healthcare subject area.
• Research or analytical experience with cGMP production highly desirable.
• Viral vector and aseptic mammalian cell culture experience is highly desirable.
• Prior laboratory experience in research and/or analytical technique preferred.
• Experience with upstream and/or downstream manufacture and testing of biologics under cGMP compliance is preferred.

Required Skills and/or Qualifications

• The successful candidate will possess an understanding of analytical method development, strong critical thinking skills, and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to apply scientific principles utilized to solve operational, as well as routine production tasks.
• Excellent documentation skills including comprehension, review and establishing Batch Production Records, SOPs, deviations and summary reports.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing at laboratory benches.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Benefits

• Group Healthcare Plan, including company paid dental and vision.
• Short- and long-term disability, life and AD&G insurance.
• Simple IRA with employer match
• Educational assistance program
• Holiday and PTO

Vyriad is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.