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Posted: 27-Feb-25
Location: Denver, Pennsylvania
Type: Full-time
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Internal Number: 255793
If you are a highly skilled bench Scientist in research with a background in immunology, take your career to the next level at Labcorp as a Senior Scientist - Vaccine Immunogenicity and join our team in Denver, PA (relocation assistance available). Labcorp?s work in developing new pharmaceutical solutions has an incredible impact on the lives of millions of patients worldwide, helping transform great science into great medicines. Be a part of this life-saving work!
This position offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in the development of immune therapeutics in a collaborative and innovative environment.
Position Summary:
The Senior Scientist focuses on pre-clinical Vaccine Immunogenicity Studies to include the design, execution, and analysis of antiviral and immunogenicity assays for vaccines and biologics.
Candidates given best consideration will have the following qualifications:
A minimum of 7-10 years of industry experience in immunogenicity studies for biologics or vaccines.
Extensive hands-on experience in the development, optimization, and validation of immunoassays (e.g., ELISA, MSD, cell-based assays, flow cytometry, and other immune-based techniques).
Expertise in analyzing immunogenicity data using advanced statistical methods and bioinformatics tools.
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage complex scientific projects and multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex scientific concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Proficiency in using scientific software and laboratory automation tools preferred.
Experience with the immunogenicity testing of gene therapies, biosimilars, or novel biologics preferred.
Knowledge of global regulatory frameworks for immunogenicity testing (FDA, EMA, etc.) preferred.
Experience with assay development and validation in a GLP/GxP environment preferred.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Execute and design in vitro, laboratory-based contract studies for vaccines to assess anti-viral and immune responses and their potential impact on safety and efficacy.
Develop, optimize, and validate immunoassays (e.g., Flow Cytometry, cell-based assays) to detect and quantify immune responses.
Develop, optimize, and validate antiviral assays (e.g., HA/HAI, Plaque assays, MNTs, PRNTs) to detect and quantify viral load.
Provide input into the development and execution of non-clinical antiviral and immunogenicity testing strategies in collaboration with cross-functional teams, including regulatory, clinical, and biomarker groups.
Analyze complex immunogenicity data, prepare reports, and present findings to internal and external stakeholders.
Collaborate with other groups within Labcorp to ensure seamless integration of immunogenicity data into overall product development program.
Education
Ph.D. in Immunology or a related biological science with a strong focus on immunogenicity preferred OR
Master?s degree with more than 10 years of experience.
Pay Range: $110k-$140k annually (USD)
All job offers will be based on a candidate?s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.
The position is also eligible for an annual bonus under the Labcorp Bonus Plan. Bonuses are payable based on corporate and/or business segment performance and are subject to individual performance modifiers.
Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here.
Why People choose to work at Labcorp:
At Labcorp, it is our people that make us great - it is what our clients, our partners and, most importantly, what our employees say. Here, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with extraordinary people with diverse viewpoints. You will discover your own outstanding potential as we build an even stronger organization with industry leaders from early development to the clinic and beyond. We help our clients develop medicines that improve health and improve lives of their family and friends.
Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.
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