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$150k-$155k/year, Excellent Benefits Package, Vaccine Research Organization!This Jobot Job is hosted by: Andrea AnkarloAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" buttonand sending us your resume.Salary: $150,000 - $155,000 per yearA bit about us:We are a rapidly growing scientific research organization that works to develop vaccines and antibodies for HIV, tuberculosis, and infectious diseases! Having been around for over 20 years, we have grown to develop facilities in over 5 countries, and topped over $85 million in revenue in the past 2 years.Why join us?Generous PTO plan, 11 paid holidays, and year-end office closure401(k) with EXCELLENT company matchFull Benefits; multiple plans to choose fromFSA/HSA optionsAnnual bonus!GROWTH potential! This position is on a path to get to Associate Director levelJob DetailsThe Principal Scientist plays a key role in supporting the rapidly growing Emerging Infectious Diseases portfolio which currently encompasses development of prophylactic viral vaccines against Lassa virus, Marburg virus, HIV-1 and SARS-COV2 and others. This is an excellent opportunity to directly participate in early phase viral vaccine development and work together with teams that are engaged in cGMP manufacturing and nonclinical safety evaluation as we progress products into clinical trials.Key Responsibilities:Lead, manage, and mentor a research team of 4-6 members to perform independent and original researchDesign, generate and characterize VSV-based viral vectors expressing diverse viral antigens.Assist in development of analytical assays to evaluate viral vectors and vaccine material.Analyze, interpret, and present data.Participate in composition of research manuscripts and grant proposals.Manage work associated with vaccine research and early development:Oversee the operations of the EDL and ensure timelines and milestones are met.Establish methodology and procedures to produce cGMP compliant material. Draft, review and approve working instructions, SOPs and other documentation associated with each vaccine lot.Participate in upstream and downstream process development for vaccine production in the laboratory and participate in technology transfer to contract manufacturing organizations.Maintain communication with Quality Assurance (QA) and Chemistry Manufacturing Controls (CMC) teams to ensure the EDL operation is compliant with cGLP.Represent EDL as the SME on cross-functional teams and meetings with stakeholders.Oversee the infectious material transfer to global collaborators or CMOs and ensure that shipments are compliant with international regulations.Education and Experience:PhD in Virology, Molecular Biology, Immunology, or related field from a recognized Institution is required.Minimum 5 years of post-graduate experience in virology and molecular biology is required.Experience conducting or leading viral vaccine efforts is highly preferred.Experience managing and leading research scientists and teams is required.Hands-on laboratory experience with basic and advanced techniques associated with virology, molecular biology, and recombinant virus vector development.Experience with virus purification technology based on ultrafiltration is preferred.Experience working under controlled conditions to generate seed viruses and stable cell lines that can be qualified for transfer to a GMP contract laboratory is preferred.Track record demonstrating ability to assume responsibility for composing components of complex documents such as IND submission packages, manuscripts, patents, funder reports, and grant applications is required.MUST be fully vaccinated against covid19Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button.