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Job Description

About the role:

Takeda Vaccines is looking for a VBU Product Operations, Associate to join our Cambridge, MA office.

• Perform routine assays involving cell culture, immunoassays, RNA/DNA isolation, and PCR independently in support of VBU Global Product Operations activities.

• Analyze, document, and review data in Electronic Laboratory Notebooks and LIMS promptly.

• Collaborate on the automation or optimization of analytical methods with guidance from a supervisor.

• Exercise technical judgement in the identification and troubleshooting of assay issues, notify senior team members, and propose solutions

How you will contribute:

• Independently perform a wide range of specialized procedures including cell culture, plaque assays, immunoassays, RNA/DNA isolation and PCR on a routine basis with strict adherence to SOPs based on test schedule.

• Write, maintain and review accurate, complete and timely data and documentation in Electronic Laboratory Notebooks and LIMS.

• Ensure timely turnaround of results to requesting teams and maintain the integrity of data reported.

• May collaborate with analytical development teams to automate or develop methods, improve existing techniques and/or enhance efficiencies with minimal supervision.

• Equitable participation in daily lab housekeeping, restocking of lab reagents and supplies, cleaning of incubators and BSCs, and routine freezer defrosting.

• Support the preparation of SOPs, technical reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative analyses for distribution and/or presentation to project teams and for inclusion in project reports.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:  

• MS Degree in Life Sciences and at least 2 years laboratory experience or BS Degree in Life Sciences or Medical Technology and at least 4 years laboratory experience.

• Possess working knowledge in cell biology, molecular biology and biochemistry.

• Possess a combination of education and experience to work independently and solve problems with instrument operation.

• Experience in aseptic techniques and cell culture required.

• Experience with plaque assays, ELISA-based assays, molecular assays, assay automation highly desirable.

• Familiarity with working within fast paced, Quality Control laboratories highly desirable.

• Be well organized and detail oriented, effectively prioritize multiple tasks, self-motivated, consistently demonstrate reliability and responsibility, able to work under pressure and strict timelines.

• Interact cooperatively and effectively with others in a team environment and able to communicate effectively.

• Possess advanced word processing, data entry, data presentation and analysis computer skills.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  

• Typical laboratory bending, stooping, lifting requirements apply.

• Lifting and moving supplies and equipment (up to 25 pounds).

• No travel requirements expected.

More about us:

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.

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