Associate Scientist, Analytical Development - #256372

The Associate Scientist’s primary responsibility is the execution and documentation of scientific experiments and maintaining laboratory equipment. The position assists scientific staff in conducting and reporting the results of laboratory experiments. The individual monitors’ ongoing experiments for any unusual occurrences. The individual will develop a practical understanding of own scientific discipline and apply this knowledge in support of product development.

Company Overview

The work we do at FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies Texas has never been more important—and we are looking for passionate, mission-driven people like you who want to make a real difference in people’s lives.

From developing the next vaccine to advancing cell and gene therapies, we collaborate with industry leaders to tackle complex challenges and deliver meaningful solutions.

If you’re ready to help transform the future of medicine, join FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies. We offer a flexible work environment and we’re proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your passion, energy, and drive—what we call Genki.

Our state-of-the-art biomanufacturing facility is located in in College Station, Texas, which combines a small-town feel with vibrant culture, top-notch schools, and close proximity to big city life. Nestled between major hubs, it’s a dynamic location that blends convenience with innovation.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Job Description

Job Title: Associate Scientist, Analytical Development

Reports to: Associate Principal Scientist, Group Leader

Essential Functions:

• General knowledge of basic, viral vector, cell culture and maintenance, chemical and/or biochemical analysis and associated techniques .
• Assist with virus titration methods.
• Routinely follow established protocols and SOPs to produce highly reproducible results.
• Assist with method transfers, method development and assay qualification activities.
• Prepare buffer solutions and perform other lab duties related to methods development.
• Collect and analyze data, summarize results and report results.
• Maintain a laboratory notebook according to company guidelines.
• Maintain analytical instrumentation as needed and interface with external vendors for instrument installation and operation qualifications.
• Independent use and application of instrumentation, computer systems and software for data acquisition and analysis
• Ensure lab is maintained (organized, clean, properly supplied).
• All other duties as may be assigned.
  
  

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to perform biochemical assays such as SDS-PAGE, CE, Western blotting, HPLC, ELISA, molecular assays such as ddPCR, qPCR and cell culture
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate in writing and verbally with internal staff.
• Capable of monitoring ongoing experiments for any unusual occurrences
• An understanding of and application of required techniques in support of projects and studies according to pre-defined plans and protocols
• Able to assist in the implementation of new methods and processes
• Basic equipment troubleshooting
• Detail oriented and accurate.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work assignments with little supervision.
• Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  
  

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Experience prolonged standing, along with some bending, stooping, and stretching.
• Use hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment.
• Potential for exposure to hazardous chemicals, gases, fumes, odors, mists, and dusts, and other hazardous materials.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds on occasion and 25 pounds regularly.
• Ability to wear PPE.
• Attendance is mandatory.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications (in addition to the required skill sets and abilities):

• Master’s Degree in a science related field; OR
• Bachelor’s Degree in a science related field with 1 year of relevant experience; OR
• Associate’s Degree in a science related field with 4 years of relevant experience.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Life Sciences or related field.
  
  

To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of FUJIFILM about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at FUJIFILM via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of FUJIFILM, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by FUJIFILM for this requisition and a valid agreement with FUJIFILM is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the FUJIFILM agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.

EEO Information

Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

ADA Information

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department ([email protected] or (979) 431-3500).