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Lab Technician - Bioanalytical Scientist

Collabera · North Chicago, IL · 1 wk ago
Analyst$25–$28/hrContract

Contract duration: 12 months (possible extension based on performance and business needs).

About the role

The Bioanalytical group is seeking an experienced Bioanalytical Scientist/Lab Technician to perform routine and non-routine analysis as well as formulation work. The ideal candidate will have experience with various bioanalytical and physical tests, including SEC, CEX, HIC, RP-HPLC, Karl Fischer, UV, IR, fluorescence spectroscopy, visual evaluations, pH, viscosity, density, and visible/sub-visible particle testing. Experience analyzing and interpreting bioanalytical data and collaborating with project teams is a plus. This position supports scientists with day-to-day laboratory operations while developing technical skills over time.

Responsibilities

  • Work with project leads on projects of varying complexity, including routine and non-routine analysis, and generate reliable and consistent results.
  • Support multiple scientists across various laboratory projects.
  • Prepare laboratory solutions and reagents.
  • Perform routine laboratory support activities, including general lab maintenance, upkeep, glassware cleaning, laboratory organization, inventory management, and ordering supplies.
  • Perform routine wet chemistry testing, protein concentration testing, particle size analysis, and other biologics analytical testing.
  • Perform formulation work within the group.
  • Perform routine testing and document experiments using an electronic laboratory notebook (eLN).
  • Troubleshoot experiments and laboratory instrumentation.
  • Learn and understand new experimental techniques.
  • Perform HPLC/chromatography work as assigned.
  • Analyze and interpret bioanalytical data.
  • Follow, understand, and comply with SOPs, cGMP requirements, safety procedures, and applicable policies.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized laboratory environment.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related scientific discipline.
  • 0–5 years of laboratory experience (internship, undergraduate research, or academic lab experience is acceptable).
  • Hands-on laboratory experience and technical aptitude.

Skills

  • General science background (Chemistry, Biology, Molecular Biology).
  • General laboratory skills (pipetting, solution preparation, sampling, weighing, pH measurement).
  • Bioanalytical methods: HPLC (SEC, CEX, HIC, RP-HPLC), Empower Chromatography Software.
  • Protein concentration testing and particle size analysis.
  • Biologics/large molecule analytical testing.
  • Karl Fischer, UV, IR, and fluorescence spectroscopy.
  • Wet chemistry techniques and visual evaluation (color & clarity).
  • pH, viscosity, and density testing.
  • Electronic Laboratory Notebook (eLN) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
  • SOP and cGMP compliance.
  • MS Excel and basic computer skills.
  • Laboratory maintenance, inventory management, and instrument troubleshooting.
  • Data analysis and interpretation.
  • Cross-functional team collaboration.
  • Force tester, Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (MS).

Schedule

  • Monday–Friday, 8 hours per day, 100% onsite.
  • Flexible start time between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Pay

$25.00 – $28.00 per hour.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Life insurance and long-term/short-term disability insurance.
  • Paid parking/public transportation.
  • Paid time off, sick and safe time, vacation time, parental leave, and holidays (eligibility requirements apply).

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