PopVax is an Indian biotechnology company based in Hyderabad working at the frontier of translational biology. We are funded via research agreements with the Gates Foundation and Vitalik Buterin’s biosecurity company Balvi. For the past year, we have been building a novel second-generation mRNA platform for low-cost broadly-protective vaccines via computationally-driven antigen design, starting with an open-source booster vaccine candidate that is intended to protect against the entire sarbecovirus species and, if things go well, the betacoronavirus genus, including current and future strains of SARS-CoV-2, the virus which causes COVID-19. We are also beginning work on several other vaccine programs.
We’re looking for an experienced microbiologist to aid our efforts in microbial testing for Quality Control.
Requirements
MSc in microbiology or a related life-sciences field.
4+ years of experience performing microbiology testing for QC in a cGMP setting, ideally for vaccines in particular
Experience in cell banking and preparation of master and working cell banks for intended purposes.
Experience in cell bank characterization of microbial and mammalian cell lines.
Well versed with cell passaging, viability, staining techniques, cell counting, sub-culture activities.
Knowledge on disinfectant techniques, cleanroom practices and maintenance, gowning practices.
Well-versed in media preparation, sterility testing, EMP monitoring, and personnel monitoring
Extensive experience in the microbial testing of water samples and in-process samples, as well as preservative efficacy studies and disinfectant validation
Experienced in the operation and validation of instruments like autoclaves, microscopes, cell counters, and particle counters
Experience with techniques for the identification of a broad spectrum of bio-contaminants, including bacteria and fungi
Experience with biowaste management, de-contamination, cleaning and DHS activities in a manner compliant with all rele