Scientist II

Location: Building 560, 560 Komas Drive, Salt Lake City, UT 84108, USA Schedule : Monday - Friday (40 hrs/wk) 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Department : R&D Mass Spectrometry - 229 Primary Purpose : Researches, organizes and implements new assays and methodologies as well as improves current testing. Writes technical procedures for transition into the clinical lab. This position functions with more autonomy than Scientist I. Works under the oversight of the Medical Directorship and reports directly to the R&D Manager. Essential Functions Oversees, designs, and executes all aspects of development and validation/verification of new assays or assay improvements for the technical section. Performs literature reviews to access breadth of field(s) to inform new assay development and assay improvement. Maintains knowledge of field and awareness of new and emerging technologies and their potential applications to the reference setting. Writes comprehensive analytical protocols, development plans, and validation/verification plans. Ensures protocols are in compliance with department, company, and appropriate regulatory body’s regulations. Critically evaluates and interprets experimental data. Works within corporate guidelines to record, archive, and report all data. Compiles data and reports into Validation/Verification packets per ARUP R&D policies. Appropriately prioritizes projects and tasks and demonstrates effective skill in time management. Communicates regularly with Medical Directors, R&D Manager, and Technical Operations to relay project progress, experimental results, and data analysis. Works with Technical Operations management and staff to implement new assays or assay improvements including training technical staff in assay execution following validation and monitoring assay performance following 'Go Live'. Provides laboratory support for validation of new equipment, processes, and methods. Works with Technical Operations management and staff to effectively troubleshoot issues with new and existing assays. Works effectively with all ARUP departments to ensure all facets of Validation/Verification process are addressed and assays are successfully launched. Presents data and results in regular lab meetings, ARUP seminars, and professional meetings and conferences when required. Other duties as assigned. Physical and Other Requirements Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Mobility: Occasionally move between work sites and inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. PPE: Biohazard laboratory environment that requires use of personal protective equipment in accordance with CDC and OSHA regulations and company policies. ARUP Policies and Procedures: Conduct work in compliance with all ARUP Policies and Procedures. Sedentary Work: Exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Fine Motor Control: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers as in handling. Vision: Having close, far, and peripheral visual acuity to perform a variety of tasks such as general observations of depth and distance. Qualifications Education – Bachelor’s Degree or better in Life Sciences or related field (Required). Master’s Degree or better in Life Sciences or related field (Preferred). PhD or better in Life Sciences or related field (Preferred). Experience – PhD in a relevant technical field, or a Master’s degree in a relevant technical field and two years relevant post graduate experience, or a Bachelor’s degree and four years relevant post graduate experience. 2–4 years of relevant scientific experience beyond education requirement. Skills & Qualities – Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills, and ability to prioritize multiple projects and tasks. Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr ARUP Laboratories, Inc