The Associate Scientist I conducts analysis and experimentation on substances in the laboratory with minimal supervision and using prescribed procedures (protocols, standard operating procedures, methods, etc.). Completes work for research and development, CGMP and/or GLP studies, and documents and reports data in a timely manner according to regulatory guidelines. basic analytical work on projects and studies as assigned.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carries out somewhat complex routine experiments and procedures in accordance with all applicable regulatory (e.g. DEA, EPA, FDA, FIFRA, OECD, etc.) requirements as defined by protocol, method, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• With guidance, may utilize new equipment and/or develop formulas, processes and methods for solution of technical problems.
• Analyzes organic and inorganic compounds to determine chemical and physical properties.
• Adheres to schedule according to ABC’s or contracting organization’s timetable and establishes daily or weekly routines necessary to ensure on-time delivery.
• Conducts title/skill appropriate procedures with minimal supervision using laboratory equipment, computer resources, and institutional libraries.
• Prepares standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products, and tests.
• May conduct research on manufactured products to develop and improve products.
• May induce changes in composition of substances by introduction of heat, light, energy, and chemical catalysts.
• Performs data analysis, first level, and peer review of data for accuracy and completeness. Prepares data and reports of completed projects ensuring auditable quality for publication at completion of contracted work by clients.
• May assist in preparation of data and final reports for completed projects or studies.
• Depending on area of assignment, may handle regulated materials (quarantined matrices, DEA-controlled and radiolabeled materials, etc.), potential biohazard materials, and toxic chemicals according to company procedures.
• Depending on area of assignment, may be asked to perform ELISA testing for protein expression.
• Depending on area of assignment, may conduct research into composition, structure, properties, relationships, and reactions of matter.
• Is likely to work on several projects concurrently.
• May assist in training staff on techniques necessary to perform laboratory assignments.
• May assist or serve as study director, principal investigator, or project leader for GLP or CGMP studies. May assist in planning the conduct of a study.
• Confers with scientists and colleagues regarding research, and prepares technical papers and reports.
• Performs other related duties as required and directed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field such as chemistry, biochemistry, biology, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or other directly related field or degree with comparable coursework in the above areas and a minimum of two years of experience in a directly relevant or demonstrated comparable competency and skill attainment is required. A Master’s degree in a relevant field may be substituted for the bachelor degree and experience.
• In rare cases, comparable demonstrated competence and experience in the relevant area may be used to substitute in whole or in part for the Bachelor’s degree.
• Familiarity and/or experience in a laboratory setting is required.

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to minimum requirements listed above, will assess against preferred qualifications:

• Experience with ELISA, western blot, SDS-PAGE, cell culturing, and/or protein expression in animals or plants is preferred.

ABC Laboratories regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

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• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. We are also an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
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