Scientist - I (Assistant)

Immediate need for a talented Scientist - I (Assistant). This is a 12+ Months Contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in West Point, PA(Onsite). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.

Job Diva ID: 25-94798

Pay Range: $30 - $32.14/hour.  Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Scientist responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Prepare laboratory reagents, solutions, and culture media
• Perform lab-scale fermentation runs to meet different needs
• Set up process equipment for lab-scale experiments
• Perform analytical assays
• Analyze, collate, track, and report data back to client staff members
• Maintain records and test results following good laboratory practices (GLP) guidance
• Work independently and efficiently
• Document work clearly and perform tests accurately
• Communicate effectively with client staff members
   

Key Requirements and Technology Experience: 

• Key skills; ELISA,  Cell culture, SDS PAGE, Western Blot, upstream processing
• B.S. in Biology, Bio/chemistry, Bio/chemical Engineering, or related science or engineering field.
• At least 1yr of laboratory experience in Molecular Biology, Protein Biochemistry, and/or upstream process development. The ideal candidate would possess:
• General laboratory skills, experience with aseptic manipulations, pipettes
• Experience in culturing microbial cells at different scales
• Experience in protein biochemistry and analytical methods (e.g. SDS-PAGE, Western Blot, ELISA)
• Basic knowledge of fermentation
• Experience using formulas and linking spreadsheets in Excel
• Highly computer literate. Capable of quickly learning and adapting to new computer programs. Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies. Additional Requirements:
• This position will require occasional off-hour and/or weekend work (10-20% of hours may be “off-shift”)
• This position will require work with Biosafety Level-1 organisms

Our client is a leading Pharmaceutical Industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.

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