Associate Scientist I

Job Description

Job Description

HOW WE GOT HERE

For more than 40 years, BioIVT has evolved from a specialized biospecimen provider into a global partner to life science and diagnostic organizations. Our growth has been shaped by a consistent focus on helping researchers access the high-quality biospecimens, primary cells, ADME-Tox products, and research services they need to advance discovery, development, and medical progress.

What has remained constant throughout that history is our mission: to enable smarter science and accelerate medical breakthroughs that enhance and extend lives. Every BioIVT team member contributes to that mission, whether supporting a donor center, laboratory, commercial team, or corporate function. For employees, this means joining a company where scientific quality, operational excellence, compliance, collaboration, and customer focus all come together to support work that matters.

Summary

Under general guidance the Associate Scientist I will perform manufacturing of products, troubleshoot product issues. Conducts routine functions and duties related to the production and/or characterization of products, as well as laboratory upkeep and drug metabolism-related biomedical research.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares subcellular fractions from both human and animal tissues, including necropsy procedures, tissue processing and centrifugation. Dilutes and verifies protein concentration of bulk subcellular fractions.
• Prepares fresh and/or cryopreserved hepatocytes from both human and animal livers, including necropsy procedures, tissue processing, isolation and plating of cells, maintenance of cultured cells, and cryopreservation of cells.
• Manufacture products to meet internal specifications through strict adherence to SOPs. Escalate and assist in making changes to SOP’s or work-flow processes.
• Administers DEA approved Controlled Substances to humanely euthanize purpose bred laboratory animals. Performs small animal surgery, including organ harvesting.
• Performs rodent hepatocyte isolations as a perfusionist. Can isolate rodent hepatocytes from at least 3 mice at a time, with minimal loss of cells.
• Independently process intact human livers and tissues and performs all other types of animal hepatocyte isolations from intact animal livers.
• Maintains laboratories and equipment, performs minor repairs and troubleshooting on equipment. Maintains laboratory supplies and solutions needed for production.
• Completes Batch Record folders, maintains instruments, and equipment logbooks. Executes production related work orders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S./B.A.) from four-year college or university with 2 years’ experience; combination of education and experience. Bachelor’s degree in a biological or chemical science field preferred.
• Literate and proficient in the use of personal computers and peripheral equipment. Proficient in software programs such as word processing, spreadsheet, and graphics. Ability to learn new software programs.
• Ability to work in a team laboratory environment with knowledge or familiarity with scientific terminology.
• Utilizes sterile technique. Safe handling of dry ice and liquid nitrogen.
• A full-time Monday through Friday workweek with general business hours. This position serves on the On-Call Team and will work rotating weekends and occasionally work evening hours.

ALSO TRUE OF THE RIGHT PERSON

• You are mission-driven and take pride in contributing to work that helps advance science, medical progress, and better outcomes.
• You value collaboration and build trusted relationships by being respectful, responsive, and solutions-oriented.
• You bring a strong sense of ownership and accountability, following through on commitments and taking pride in the quality of your work.
• You are comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing organization where priorities can shift and good judgment, flexibility, and communication matter.
• You care about doing things the right way, with consistency, integrity, attention to detail, and respect for quality and compliance.
• You are curious, open to feedback, and committed to continuous improvement in how we work, learn, and grow together.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Comprehensive medical coverage with PPO/HRA and HDHP/HSA plan options.
• Company-funded HRA or HSA contributions, depending on the medical plan elected.
• Prescription drug coverage, virtual care through MDLIVE, and preventive care
• Dental coverage through Cigna and vision coverage through VSP.
• Company-paid life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible spending account options, including healthcare, limited purpose, and dependent care FSAs.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer Safe Harbor matching contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning, professional growth, and career development.
• Paid time off, company-paid holidays, employee assistance resources, travel assistance, and voluntary benefit options.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND BELONGING

At BioIVT, our mission to enable smarter science and accelerate medical breakthroughs is strengthened by the people who bring that work to life. We are committed to building a workplace where employees are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, and where different experiences, perspectives, and ideas help us better serve our customers, partners, donors, and one another. BioIVT is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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