Associate Scientist - Diagnostics Virology

Associate Scientist – Diagnostics Virology

 Vaxxinova US is seeking an individual to join our team as an Associate Scientist on the Diagnostics Virology team in Worthington, Minnesota.

At Vaxxinova US, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference. We offer competitive pay and benefits, opportunities for growth, and a supportive work culture.

About the role: The Associate Scientist role, reporting to the Diagnostics Team Leader, is responsible for performing cell culture, viral isolation, and identification from veterinary diagnostic specimens, assisting with other testing in the laboratory, and maintaining equipment and supplies.  

Main Responsibilities: 

• Cell Culture for viral isolation.
• Viral isolation and identification from veterinary diagnostic specimens.
• Accurately reports results in LIMS.
• Assists with other testing in the Diagnostic Lab as needed.
• Will also assist in the coordination and execution of departmental projects.
• Will provide viral technical support to other departments as needed.
• Has ability to follow SOPs in an efficient and accurate manner.
• Ability to troubleshoot and /or modify SOPs.
• Successfully and accurately communicate results to the supervisor.
• Maintain laboratory supplies and equipment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on occasion, able to bend, twist and perform fine motor manipulations.
• Work occasional weekend rotation.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Capabilities: 

• Requires extensive knowledge of laboratory functions, acquaintance with and general understanding of detailed aspects of lab equipment and processes.
• Basic understanding of biology, microbiology, and virology (theory and application)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Maintain a clean and tidy laboratory
• Excellent aseptic technique
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to customer service
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve problems
• Ability to conduct experiments and clinical trials as directed
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal & written instructions in English
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. on occasion

Experience/Educational Requirements: 

• A.S. degree plus 7 years relevant work experience, B.S. plus 5 years relevant work experience, or M.S. degree.

Benefits at Vaxxinova:

We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation, including employer contributions towards medical, dental and vision premiums. Most benefits begin on date of hire. Our benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account with company match
• 401K plan with company match
• Paid time off accrual
• 9 Paid holidays
• Company paid shutdown consisting of 4 business days between December 25 and December 31
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• And many other voluntary benefits

About Vaxxinova

Vaxxinova provides a wide range of both autogenous and licensed vaccines combined with high-level diagnostic services, supported by strong R&D.  Our focus is on livestock including cattle, poultry, swine and aqua.  Vaxxinova US, formerly known as Epitopix and Newport Laboratories, is the US operating unit of Vaxxinova International, headquartered in the Netherlands.  Vaxxinova US has a strong market presence making autogenous vaccines for cattle, swine, and poultry as well as a state-of-the-art diagnostic laboratory.  Vaxxinova currently has facilities in ten countries including Brazil, Chile, Germany, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Norway, the Netherlands, Thailand, and the USA. Vaxxinova is part of the family-owned EW Group, headquartered in Germany. The EW Group specializes in animal genetics, animal nutrition and animal health, operates in over 100 countries and records consistent international growth.

Recruiting Agencies

Vaxxinova US does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruiters or employment agencies in response to job postings on social media or Vaxxinova US websites. Vaxxinova US will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee relating to these unsolicited CVs. Vaxxinova US explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited CVs, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Vaxxinova US. Phone calls or emails from recruiters or employment agencies are not appreciated.