Scientist, Biologics Discovery

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything.

Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com

Job Function:
Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development

Job Sub Function:
Biotherapeutics R&D

Job Category:
Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:
Spring House, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description:

About Innovative Medicine:

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements.

Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.

Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

We are searching for the best talent for a Scientist, Biologics Discovery role to be in Spring House, PA.

Purpose:

The successful candidate will conduct in vitro assays to evaluate the potency and functionality of biotherapeutic drug candidates, with a focus on advancing next-generation medicines.

You will be responsible for:


* designing and performing human cell-based assays to characterize the potency and biological activity of large molecule therapeutics.


* utilizing lab automation, immunological techniques, and cutting-edge technologies to optimize assay performance.


* interpreting and communicating experimental data effectively, contributing to cross-functional project teams.


* documenting findings through technical reports, ensuring clarity and compliance with regulatory standards.


* embracing Johnson & Johnson’s Credo and Leadership Imperatives, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

Qualifications / Requirements:

Education:


* a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in life sciences (molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology, or a related discipline) is required

Required:


* a minimum of 3 years industry experience in biotech or pharma, particularly within immuno-oncology or inflammation therapeutic areas is required


* proficiency in immunological techniques such as multicolor flow cytometry, multiplex ELISA, proliferation assays, cytolysis assays, and transcriptomics is required


* hands-on experience with in vitro human cell assays to assess large molecule drug activity is required


* strong understanding of immune modulation, immunotherapy, and emerging biotechnologies is required


* demonstrated curiosity about the future landscape of next-generation medicines a...