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ESI Scientist
Category: Life Science
Employment Type: Contract
Reference: BH-389544
Yoh presents an excellent long-term Scientist
opportunity with a trusted, long-term client located in Orlando, FL.
This position is part of a major pharmaceutical company, and requires a Masters of Science degree. Schedule is full-time M-F (7am-8am start time, 8 hour shift)
and may require flexibility to work some evenings and overtime due to projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, plan, optimization and execute of in vitro immunological and cellular studies to test immunogenicity of various vaccine candidates.
- Perform in vitro human PBMC-based assays to evaluate innate immunogenicity, adaptive cellular and humoral immunogenicity to vaccines, small molecules, and immunomodulatory compounds.
- Develop and optimize in vitro human models with dendritic cells, T cell and B cells and development to evaluate immunogenicity will be required.
- Perform various multiplexed cytokine assays and total and functional Ag-specific antibody detection methods to evaluate the in vitro human immune response.
- Upon appropriate training perform technical procedures and operate a variety of lab instrumentation platforms according to Standard Operating Protocols.
- Upon training, analyze and summarize experimental outcomes, record experimental procedures and raw and analyze data in electronic laboratory notebook while maintaining GRP, HSE, data quality, and compliance requirements.
- Participate in the analysis and visualization of multi-parametric data sets.
- Present results and prepare presentations of experimental data in internal group meetings.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. with 1-2 years of relevant experience or MS with 5+ years of relevant experience in industry or academia.
- Degree should be in Immunology, Virology, Biochemistry, Biology or related field.
- Experience in flow cytometry-based assays including cell staining, sample acquisition and analysis to evaluate cellular phenotypes and cytokine production will be required. Spectral flow cytometry experience will be a plus.
- Experience with assay characterization or GLP working environment would be a plus.
- Working knowledge of Good Research Practices
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members and to take scientific directions from laboratory leads within the team.
- Extensive knowledge of immunology and in vitro cell model systems
- Exercises good time management and prioritization skills.
- Able to work in agile team environment.
- GRP, compliance requirements for clinical trial samples.
Estimated Min Rate: $40.00
Estimated Max Rate: $45.00
What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:
- Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- MetLife Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan
- Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
- Referral Bonus Programs
- Certification and training opportunities
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Posted on 10-14-2025
ESI Scientist
Life Science
Contract