Scientist I

Scientist I

Requirements

• Extensive molecular biology bench experience (4-6 years) is essential.
• Hands-on knowledge of the biochemistry underlying multi-component molecular biology methods at the sample preparation and assay level.
• A track record of successfully troubleshooting and optimizing molecular biology techniques.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment.
• Excellent teamwork, collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills; demonstrated strength intact and diplomacy working with external and internal collaborators.
• Flexibility and open-mindedness in the face of shifting resources & priorities.
• Willingness to speak up for their interpretations of data or strategy, to ask questions, or to advocate.
• Experience and comfort working effectively within both a direct and dotted-line management structure.

Responsibilities

• Develop fully interpretable and actionable experimental designs.
• Develop SOPs, experimental protocols, and prepare reports that become part of the Design History File and meet FDA level requirements.
• Transfer developed assay from R&D to production, including training and teaching of production scientists.
• Demonstrate effective mentoring of laboratory tasks performed in the hands of others.
• Contribute collaboratively on the laboratory troubleshooting needs within and outside of R&D.
• Interact seamlessly with multi-disciplinary teams such as automation, laboratory infrastructure (e.g. LIMS), clinical, bioinformatics / data analysis, regulatory and marketing groups.

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.