Associate Scientist

Within our MSAT team in Mont-saint-Guibert (Belgium) there is one position immediately available for an Associate Scientist for Analytical Development.

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**The position**:
The Associate Scientist will be involved in all aspects of cell therapy projects for process development and characterization of iPSC-derived cells, under the supervision of the Project Leaders. Activities include advanced stem cell culture, state of the art differentiation processes and down stream processing.

**Responsibilities & duties**:

- Perform state of the art cell culture techniques with different culture support: plates, flasks, bioreactors
- Execute studies for the development of novel immune iPSC-derived cell types
- Perform in process analyses and cell-based assays for functional characterization of differentiated cells
- Execute material & medium preparation for experimental plans
- Support routine lab activities such as stock management and equipment maintenance
- Collect and record data accurately following standard operating procedures in compliance with Quality Management System
- Write technical documents such as protocols, reports, and operating procedures within the Quality Management System,
- Review technical documents for accuracy and thoroughness
- Propose solutions and participate in investigations whenever needed

**Qualifications & Experience**:

- Bachelor in biological science or related domains
- At least 3 years of experience in cell culture
- Demonstrated practical experience in cell culture techniques is a requirement (such as, maintenance of cell lines, cell differentiation, cryopreservation, cell counting, media preparation, aseptic techniques)
- Experience with bioreactor or upscaling equipments is a plus
- Experience with stem cells or with immune cells is a plus Experience with flow cytometry/Immunofluorescence/Cell-based assays is a plus

**Skills**:

- Well-organized, precise and reliable
- Understanding of good documentation practices
- Highly motivated, proactive, accurate, creative, and committed team worker
- Willing to work during week-ends
- Good communication skills and team-player
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Excellent knowledge of English both written and verbal
- Affinity with GMP quality systems

**Job Location**:Mont Saint Guibert, Belgium

**Position Type**: Full-Time

**Start Date**:Immediately

We offer you a challenging position in a dynamic biotech company with room for personal growth and development. We provide a competitive salary package based on your education and experience.

**Interested?**: