Associate Scientist 2

About the role

This role supports commercial biosafety testing within the organization, specifically using NGS platforms. The responsibilities include maintaining scientific integrity, documenting work, and ensuring compliance with cGMP and GLP regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operation of the facility and contribute to the timely execution of NGS service offerings for customers.
• Liaise closely with laboratory management, bioinformatics, and support staff to meet internal and external expectations.
• Lead by example and work collaboratively to advance the application of NGS in biosafety testing.
• Conduct assigned testing independently within lab scheduling constraints.
• Perform testing in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulations (cGMP and GLP).
• Maintain complete and comprehensive records for study integrity.
• Make detailed observations, document results, and perform data analysis.
• Perform peer review of assay batches and lab records to ensure Right First Time (RFT).
• Communicate deviations/events, progress, and interim results to Study Management and train laboratory personnel as needed/assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum qualifications: Master’s degree in a scientific discipline (Biology, Chemistry, etc.) with 6+ months of laboratory experience OR Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (Biology, Chemistry, etc.) with 1+ years of laboratory experience OR Associate degree in a scientific discipline (Biology, Chemistry, etc.) with 2+ years of laboratory experience OR 5+ years of laboratory experience with high school diploma/GED.
• Preferred qualifications: Broad working knowledge and experience with relevant laboratory practices, techniques, equipment (including automation), materials, and mathematical calculations. Experience working in a regulated environment (GMP/GLP) is critical, but may be gained on-the-job. Intermediate to advanced skills in applicable computer programs. Ability to work well independently and in a team environment. Multi-tasker who can handle multiple high-complexity projects at one time. Strong molecular biology skills, especially related to NGS. Illumina platform technology experience preferred. Excellent time management skills and ability to work under minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a scientific discipline (Biology, Chemistry, etc.) with 6+ months of laboratory experience
• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (Biology, Chemistry, etc.) with 1+ years of laboratory experience
• Associate degree in a scientific discipline (Biology, Chemistry, etc.) with 2+ years of laboratory experience
• 5+ years of laboratory experience with high school diploma/GED

Skills

• Broad working knowledge and experience with relevant laboratory practices, techniques, equipment (including automation), materials, and mathematical calculations
• Experience working in a regulated environment (GMP/GLP)
• Intermediate to advanced skills in applicable computer programs
• Ability to work well independently and in a team environment
• Multi-tasker who can handle multiple high-complexity projects at one time
• Strong molecular biology skills, especially related to NGS
• Illumina platform technology experience preferred
• Excellent time management skills and ability to work under minimal supervision

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• A 401(k) matching program
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including, but not limited to, cash bonuses

Pay

The pay range for this position is $26/hr - $40/hr. Should we decide to make an offer, we will consider several factors, including but not limited to your location, skills, experience, career level, and other job-related factors.

Schedule

Not specified

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• A 401(k) matching program
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including, but not limited to, cash bonuses