Associate Scientist / Scientist

Job Overview The Associate Scientist/Scientist will join a team that uses the company’s proprietary technology, to develop an innovative class of diagnostic tests for a variety of human diseases and indications and will perform analytical procedures including testing of specimens and/or blood products supporting the research, development, and commercialization of current and future diagnostic tests. Responsibilities and Duties Apply technology for detection of changes in proteins structure, modifications, and interactions using partitioning in Aqueous Two-Phase Systems (ATPS) Run existing assays, develop, and prepare new assays for early detection of cancer and other diseases applying the company’s proprietary technology, Collaborate with other R&D team members to design experiments and determine protocols Perform laboratory techniques and procedures required for experimental studies Design and conduct tests and procedures utilizing various laboratory equipment and instrumentation Adhere to all applicable good laboratory practices and standard operating procedures Maintain records of studies in accordance with Good Documentation Practices and adhere to applicable archiving policies Accumulate data from analyses and prepare charts, graphs, statistical tables for presentation to supervisor for final analysis Plan, organize, perform, and monitor daily project activities Manage and update lab supplies, chemicals, and equipment inventory records and order supplies and equipment as required Perform routine maintenance and laboratory upkeepPrepare reagents stock solutions Perform all other duties as assigned Qualifications PhD in Chemistry, Bioengineering or Chemical Engineering, or a bachelor’s degree from a four-year college/university, with at least two years of experience in a lab environment Proven experience to plan experiments independently with minimal guidance/direction is preferred Experience with analytical applications of partitioning in ATPS Experience with protein quantification and development of analytical assays preferred Firm understanding of research methods, protocols, procedures, techniques, and equipment Analytical chemistry experience with protein separation and purification, HPLC is preferred Experience with operating liquid handling robots (Hamilton, Tecan, etc.) is preferred Ability to analyze and evaluate empirical data and develop graphical and/or written interpretations and conclusions Experience with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Documentation Practice (GDP) Proficient computer skills especially with Microsoft Office applications Effective written and verbal communication skills Works well in a collaborative and team-oriented environment Ability to manage and prioritize workload effectively #J-18808-Ljbffr Germer International