Current Listings

1. Research & Development Scientist
2. Development Scientist IIt II
3. Research Associate II/III (DOE):Cell Cx./Protein Chemistry
4. Research Associate, IVD Product Development
5. Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Microbiology
6. Cell Culture Technician
7. QC Manager, Cell Cx. Media Production (Microbiology)

Career Title:
Research& Development Scientist

Career Description:
The R&D Scientist will report to the V.P. of R&D, and will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Performing research experiments to derive and validate novel clinical diagnostic assays on a variety of different platforms.
• Authoring Technical SOPs, Validation Reports, abstracts or articles in peer-reviewed journals and similar documentation.
• Ideally, the successful candidate for this position will have a demonstrable track record of clinical diagnostic assay development from their experience within an IVD company.
• The R&D Research Scientist, is a bench-level position, and is expected to spend the majority of the time performing experiments, but may also have 1-2 direct reports (Laboratory Technicians).

Laboratory Skills & Techniques:
Assay Development & Laboratory Testing in one or more of the following areas:

• Immunoassays (ELISA)
• Molecular based assays (RT-PCR)
• Biochemistry assays (Western blots, Southern blots)
• Flow cytometry assays
• Automated Analyzer (e.g. Tecan, Immulite)
• Tissue Culture
• HPLC assays
• Tandem Mass Spectrometry assays.

Reagent Preparation

• Preparation of buffers and reagents in accordance with SOPs

Additional Duties or Responsibilities

• Maintains serum bank organization
• Carries out research using the internet and scientific journals
• Writes white papers
• Prepares SOPs and assay validation documents
• Assay optimization
• Assay troubleshooting

Location:
Los Angeles - CA

Additional Compensation / Benefits:
10 paid Holidays, 15 PTO days per year on accrual, Full Medical, Dental & Vision (100% paid by company)

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Career Title:
Development Scientist II

Career Description:
The Development Scientist will be responsible for the following:

• Uses professional concepts and relationships to contribute to the development and completion of company goals and objectives in creative and effective ways.
• Support all applicable regulations including, but not limited to, FDA and ISO requirements. Scale-up, design verification and transfer of immunodiagnostic products and processes into cGMP compliant manufacturing environment.
• Development and validation of methods supporting product manufacture
• Design and execution of studies to show product robustness and manufacturability
• Creation of all necessary documentation, including manufacturing specifications, QC test procedures, raw material specifications and validation protocols.
• Excellent assay skills
• Knowledge of experimental design
• Knowledge of product development studies, study protocols and related reports
• Experience in a GMP facility
  

Education Requirements:
Requires a Ph.D. in a Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology or related Life Science with a minimum of 2-5 years of industry experience in a Research and/or Development environment (IVD preferred).

Location:
Orange County - CA

Additional Compensation / Benefits:
401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation, Holiday and much more…

Apply (Please attach your resume and name of the opportunity):
careers@innovativescientific.com

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Career Title:
Research Associate II or III (DOE): Cell Cx. / Protein Chemistry

Career Description:
The Research Associate II or III Cell Culture / Protein Purification depending on experience) will be responsible to perform the following:

• Working half of the time with the Rare Reagents Department and half of the time in the Product Development Department.
• Must possess proven experience in Cell Culture and/or Protein Chemistry.
• With limited guidance from an R&D scientist independently investigates the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions, products, laboratory services, and problems.
• Under the appropriate setting, independently plans and executes experiments contributing to the goal of ongoing laboratory research.
• Reviews the appropriate scientific literature and provides a summary of the findings.
• Able to interpret data with minimal supervision derived from the laboratory research.
• Able to interface with internal and external scientists to develop research protocols.
• Authors all appropriate documents requiring transfer of technology to either the reference laboratory or Diagnostics divisions. These include, but are not limited to, SOP’s, experimental summaries, data analysis, transfer documents, training documents, and design control documents.
• Under the guidance of supervisor, authors manuscripts for publication.
• Violations of safety directives and procedures will be handled in accordance with the established Company disciplinary process.

Education Requirements:
BS or MS in Biology, Biochemistry or Life Sciences with a minimum of 3-5 years of R&D industry experience.
Excellent communication skills; Written, Verbal and Computer.
Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
Demonstrates potential for technical proficiency, collaboration with others and independent thought.

Location:
Orange County - CA

Annual Compensation:
$45k-$65k/YR

Additional Compensation / Benefits:
401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement and much more…

Apply (Please attach your resume and name of the opportunity):
careers@innovativescientific.com

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Career Title:
Research Associate, IVD Product Development

Career Description:
The Research Associate will be responsible to perform the following:

• Must possess proven experience in Product Development preferably while working at an IVD company.
• With limited guidance from an R&D scientist independently investigates the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions, products, laboratory services, and problems.
• Under the appropriate setting, independently plans and executes experiments contributing to the goal of ongoing laboratory research.
• Reviews the appropriate scientific literature and provides a summary of the findings.
• Able to interpret data with minimal supervision derived from the laboratory research.
• Able to interface with internal and external scientists to develop research protocols.
• Authors all appropriate documents requiring transfer of technology to either the reference laboratory or Diagnostics divisions. These include, but are not limited to, SOP’s, experimental summaries, data analysis, transfer documents, training documents, and design control documents.
• Under the guidance of supervisor, authors manuscripts for publication.
• Violations of safety directives and procedures will be handled in accordance with the established Company disciplinary process.

Career Requirements:
BS or MS in Biology, Biochemistry or Life Sciences with a minimum of 3-5 years of R&D industry experience.
Excellent communication skills; Written, Verbal and Computer.
Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
Demonstrates potential for technical proficiency, collaboration with others and independent thought.

Location:
Orange County - CA

Annual Compensation:
$45k - $65k/YR

Additional Compensation / Benefits:
401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement and much more…

Apply (Please attach your resume and name of the opportunity):
careers@innovativescientific.com

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Career Title:
Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Microbiology

Career Description:
Reference Laboratory with over 40 years of clinical and anatomical laboratory services to physicians offices, clinics, sub-acute treatment centers, public sector entities and homebound patients is currently interested in identifying and hiring a CLS to work within the Microbiology department.

The qualified professional will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Perform laboratory tests within the Microbiology department.
• Responsible for analyzing quality control data to ensure accuracy of clinical test results.
• Review & evaluate test results for accuracy before releasing as clinical reports.
• Assist & supervise laboratory technicians.
• Calibrate laboratory instruments
• Work independently of immediate supervision.
• Assume the initiative for prompt and accurate clinical laboratory testing.
• Responsible for appropriate documentation and proper notification of abnormal results.

Career Requirements:
Requires a Bachelor's of Science degree in Medical Technology or Biological Sciences from an accredited college or university.
Current California State Clinical Lab Scientist license in good standing.
Minimum 3 years experience as a CLS in Microbiology in an approved clinical laboratory.
Recent experience in routine Bacteriology and Parasitology.

Location:
Orange County - CA.

Additional Compensation / Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, and much more…

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Career Title:
Cell Culture Technician

Career Description:
Internationally recognized Biotechnology company located in Orange County specializing in cell culture media is currently looking to identity and hire a scientific professional with a minimum of 2 years of mammalian cell culture experience.

The qualified professional will be responsible for maintaining several mammalian cell lines (freezing, thawing, passaging & maintenance).
Experience with LAL & Sterility testing is not necessary but would be a definite plus. 

Career Requirements:
The successful candidate will be a well-rounded individual with a four-year degree in either Microbiology, Biology or related sciences.
Minimum of two (2) years of industry experience working with mammalian cell lines (academic experience may be considered D.O.E.).
Understanding and experience with LAL & Sterility Testing would be a plus.
Extraverted Team Player with good communications skills (Verbal, Written & Computer) is a must.

Location:
Orange County - CA.

Additional Compensation / Benefits:
3 Month Contract to Hire

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Career Title:
QC Manager, Cell Cx. Media Production (Microbiology)

Career Description:
A diversified corporation that sells products in a variety of markets, including media and other related cell culture systems, specialty bulk sera products (as components for the Diagnostics market), media for the Cytogenetics laboratory as well as a complete product line for the Reproductive laboratory. In the late 1980’s there was further expansion and acquisitions of the serum-free cell culture and diagnostic product lines from Hana Biologics, Inc. Most recently we’ve emphasized our manufacturing capabilities for custom formulations and custom packaging.

The qualified professional will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• The supervision and Management of the Quality Control Laboratory.
• Assists in the planning and execution manufacturing.
• Reviews the appropriate scientific literature and provides a summary of the findings.
• Assists with the production and Quality Control of all serum / cell cx. based media utilizing cell cx. and microbiological testing techniques.
• Reports to the Laboratory Director.
• 5-7 direct reports (QC Technicians and Microbiologists.
• Works closely with QA and R&D.
• Writes and revises SOP's per all regulated guidelines.
• Must have a strong background in GMP's and FDA Guidelines.
• Assists and works with Vendors / Clients.
• Experience working in an ISO facility.

Career Requirements:
Requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology or related Life Science.

Minimum of 3-5 years of proven industry experience as a Supervisor or Manager within a QC Manufacturing setting.

Excellent communication skills: Written, Verbal and Computer.

Experience with: GMP, ISO, and FDA...

Location:
Orange County - CA

Additional Compensation / Benefits:
401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Vacation & Holidays

Apply (Please attach your resume and name of the opportunity):
careers@innovativescientific.com

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