Associate Scientist 2

BioReliance Corporation•Rockville, MD

3d•$24 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

As an Associate Scientist 2 – In Vitro, your activities will support assay development through commercial application of new and innovative service offerings within the biosafety testing space. You are responsible for the scientific integrity of technical work performed in the laboratory, and are required to make scientific observations, maintain detailed workbooks/documentation and ensure all documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards. Requirements also include maintaining a thorough understanding of company testing services, technical principles and applications as they apply to your position.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) with 6+ months of scientific/laboratory experience
Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) with 1+ years of scientific/laboratory experience
Associate’s Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) with 2+ years of scientific/laboratory experience
High school diploma or GED with 5+ years of scientific/laboratory experience

Nice To Haves

Experience in cell culture (including mammalian), and aseptic techniques.
GMP and/or GLP experience.
Experience with relevant laboratory practices, documentation, techniques, equipment, materials and mathematical calculations.
Basic skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Powerpoint).
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work well independently and in a team based environment.

Responsibilities

Conducts assigned testing with minimal supervision within constraints of lab scheduling.
Performs testing in accordance with SOPs and regulations (cGMP and GLP).
Maintains complete and comprehensive records for study integrity.
Makes detailed observations and documents results.
Demonstrates a consistently high level of quality of work.
Operates and maintains lab equipment as required by SOPs and testing procedures.
Performs peer review of assay batch/lab records to ensure Right First Time (RFT)
Utilizes applicable computer programs during testing and routine tasks (i.e. Word, Excel, Oracle, LIMS, BRIQS, etc.).
Utilizes problem solving/ trouble shooting skills.
Communicates deviations/ events, progress and interim results to Study Management.
Informs supervisor of deviations or factors that may affect quality and accuracy of data.
Maintains a working knowledge of lab procedures and assays.
Creates/ revises SOPs, laboratory records and other related documentation as assigned.
Assists with training of laboratory personnel as needed/ assigned
Contribute ideas and suggestions to improve standard laboratory techniques, improve protocols, processes and equipment
Complies with company health and safety regulations and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.