Associate Scientist/Scientist I - Immunoassay Development

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Associate Scientist/Scientist I - Immunoassay Development

Requisition Number: 16485BR


Associate Scientist/Scientist I
Bioanalytics & Lead Identification
Bioanalytical & Protein Chemistry Department
Requisition ID: 16485BR


Meet Schering-Plough Biopharma, the newly formed biotech entity within Schering-Plough, created by consolidating the laboratories of DNAX Research, Inc. in Palo Alto, CA and Canji, Inc. from San Diego, CA. Capitalizing on Schering-Ploughs historic strength in biotechnology, Schering-Plough Biopharma combines the legendary scientific excellence of DNAX and Canji, to become a power-house for innovative drug discovery and development. Located in the San Francisco Bay Area adjacent to Stanford University, we are seeking a scientist to join our Bioanalytics & Lead Identification group.

We are seeking a highly motivated scientist to work in the Bioanalytics and Lead Identification Group developing, characterizing and validating asssays for a variety of biomarkers in biological fluids. Specifically, the selected candidate will design and conduct experiments to characterize reagents and to optimize immunoassay parameters, as well as maintain schedules for assay testing services and perform routine sample testing.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelors degree and a minimum of two years of related industry experience. Prior assay development experience with a good understanding of immunoassay principles is required. Technologies used include ELISA, advanced electrochemiluminescence, Biosensor and Luminex, and prior experience on these platfotforms is a plus.

Backed by the powerful resources of Schering-Plough Corporation, Schering-Plough Biopharma has the infrastructure and reach to succeed and compete in a global commercial arena. In addition to an attractive compensation and benefits package, we offer a rich, collaborative research atmosphere for developing your career. Our location in the Stanford University Research Park places us in the heart of the Bay Area biotechnology corridor, less than an hour's drive from both San Francisco and San Jose. Candidates applying for this position should have a strong commitment to working in a collaborative and dynamic research field.



As part of the Schering-Plough team, you?ll benefit from strong leadership, a new vision and an empowering corporate culture while enjoying competitive compensation and a progressive benefits package.


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