Operation Scientist II, Bioanalytical

Job Summary:

Analyzes biological or chemical samples for various compounds and components in compliance with appropriate standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulatory agency guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Organizes, conducts and evaluates analytical results and testing.
• Maintains study documentation and laboratory records.
• Independently sets-up, maintains, operates and performs routine and non-routine maintenance on general equipment, including problem identification and resolution.
• Performs quality control review of data.
• Informs Study Director, Principal Investigator and/or management of any problems and/or deviations that may affect integrity of the data; participates in corrective action of problems.
• Promotes a cohesive team environment.
• With supervisory assistance, assures technical staff compliance to SOPs and other regulatory agency guidelines.
• Performs complex analyses using unfamiliar or new methods, asking for scientific guidance as needed.
• Makes suggestions for modifications in test methods or procedures.
• Provides input and participates in project meetings, plans, monitors and guides project work.
• With supervisory assistance, serves as a lead chemist on projects, overseeing a small group of technical staff.
• Trains, mentors, and assists less experienced staff.
• Maintains a clean and safe laboratory work environment.
• Participates in new equipment and instrument assessment and qualification, as appropriate.
• Participates in client visits as needed, assists in communicating technical information.
• Participates in process improvement initiatives.
• Assists in evaluation of data for incorporation into written reports.
• Effectively plans and utilizes personnel and resources for timely completion of assigned projects.
• Assists in writing reports and protocols.
• Writes SOPs and methods.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Principal Contacts

• Internal: Interacts with operational personnel, scientific personnel and department management.
• External: Contact with external clients regarding experiment design and outcome. Contacts vendors regarding troubleshooting and setup of equipment over the phone or on site.

Travel Requirements:

Language Skills Required:

• Speaking: Yes - English
• Writing/Reading: Yes - English

II.Education/Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor of Science/Arts (BS/BA) degree in chemistry or related scientific field
• Relevant Bioanalytical experience may be substituted for education
• Ability to perform advanced computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel).

III.Experience:

Required:

• 4 years related or relevant laboratory experience required with a BS/BA degree.
• Familiar with the use of standard laboratory equipment (e.g., balances, pipettes, centrifuges).
• Experience with use and trouble shooting of analytical equipment.
• Effective communication (verbal and written), presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to design and independently conduct tests for chemistry projects and provide initial analysis of results.
• Acts as technical resource for the department (trouble shooting, method development, qualification, maintenance and training).
• Evaluates data for incorporation into written reports.
• Advanced time management skills to complete project assignments on time, with minimal or no supervision.
• Able to effectively schedule resources.
• Understands and helps staff with compliance to SOPs and other regulatory agency guidelines.
• Identifies process improvement opportunities, recommends solutions and implements action plans.
• Able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.
• Effectively interacts with internal and/or external clients.
• Acts as a project leader.
• Ability to assist in the preparation of relevant sections of final reports.
• Knowledgeable on a variety of study types, analysis procedures and methodologies.

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