Senior Scientist, VLPlant^TM

Senior Scientist, VLPlant^TM

Role Summary

CD BioSciences is dedicated to the production, purification, modification and detection of virus-like particles (VLPs) on a plant-based platform. We are looking for outstanding, innovative and creative senior scientists to join our R&D team. This senior scientist will play a variety of roles in the R&D group, primarily being responsible for the experimental components involved in plant expression systems and VLP modification.

Key Responsibilities

• Ability to use plant transient expression systems and other emerging technologies to produce VLP and familiarity with VLP purification and formulation.
• Work closely with other scientists to develop VLP-related vaccines, nanomaterials and diagnostic kits.
• Ensure timely delivery of experimental results.
• Interprets and analyzes experimental data to design further experiments.
• Responsible for applying scientific expertise and judgment to initiate, design, and execute experiments in a time-sensitive manner.
• Assist in laboratory management by actively participating, advising and presenting findings to team members.

Basic Qualifications

• Ph.D. in plant microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or another related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in a biochemical CRO/CMO company is required.
• Experimental experience with plant transient expression systems and VLP modifications and the ability to develop VLP-related vaccines, nanomaterials and diagnostic kits autonomously.
• Ability to work independently and in multi-functional teams in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to design and manage projects and to lead R&D teams independently.
• Experience in preparing high quality documentation, including technical reports, presentations, SOPs, experimental protocols, and regulatory documents
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English.

Other Job Details

• Primary Location: New York, USA
• Employment type: Full-time
• Shift Work: No

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