Cerus · 1 day ago
Scientist I (temp)
Concord, California
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expCerus aims to be the global leader in blood safety technology and services. They are seeking a Scientist I to provide laboratory support for scientific development activities related to the INTERCEPT Blood System for RBCs, including developing and validating assays and supporting research and development activities.
Biotechnology
Responsibilities
Has independent ability to design, execute, and analyze data from experiments or studies
Note trends and aberrations in data, identify problems and suggest/conduct experiments to determine root cause and develop solutions
Develop, validate and implement new analytical methods and technologies for project advancement
Competence in designing, conducting and analyzing own experiments
Reduce and analyze highly complex data and present it to maximize clarity and impact
May participate on project teams providing contribution of ideas, developing of plans, execution of plans, and timely reporting of results
Maintain laboratory notebooks
Maintains high level of professional expertise through familiarity with scientific literature
Present internally
May supervise and provide guidance to other personnel
Train and mentor temps, lab assistants, research associates, or assistant scientists
Perform other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
MS/MA in a microbiology-related discipline with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience
BA/BS required with a minimum of 11 years relevant experience
Experience with flow cytometry techniques (staining, analysis, presentation of data)
Experience with various immunological assays such as ELISA, immunoprecipitation, and immunoagglutination
Familiarity with GLP/GxP regulations & record keeping
Demonstrated creativity in developing new methodology and techniques
Proficient in writing reports
Ability to make decisions on the validity and importance of experimental results, the potential success or failure of activities within their area of expertise
Expert knowledge of scientific principles and concepts
Excellent mathematical skills, problem solving skills, and ability to apply scientific methods to resolution
Solid experience with related computer software such as word processing, spreadsheet, scientific and graphing applications
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Flexible; ability to adapt to changing priorities
Solid communication skills (verbal, written, interpersonal, listening)
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Preferred
Ph.D. in a biology-related discipline preferred with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience
Experience working with human blood products highly desirable
Working knowledge of blood bank practices desirable
Company
Cerus
Cerus Corporation is dedicated solely to safeguarding the world’s blood supply and aims to become the preeminent global blood products company.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
William "Obi" Greenman
President and Chief Executive Officer
Vivek Jayaraman
Chief Operating Officer
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