Scientist

Position : Scientist Location : Research Triangle Park, NC Duration : 6 Months Contract Total Hours/week :40.00 pay rate:$20-30/hr 1st shift Description The Devices Innovation group at client Technologies and Innovation is seeking a research associate to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team developing diagnostic assays. The associate will help to develop processes, fabricate, and test a diagnostic technology. The successful candidate must have experience with basic lab techniques and analytical instrumentation. Experience with translating assays from concept to pilot scale fabrication is highly desired. Additional experience with dispensing systems, reagent drying processes, and stability testing is valuable. The candidate should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to proactively identify and resolve experimental challenges, and a strong desire to gain experience in the process of developing diagnostic technologies. The candidate should be able to plan and conduct scientific experiments and should be able to effectively analyze, interpret, and present experimental results while collaborating with team members from a variety of backgrounds. The candidate should also be able to adapt to changing requirements that can arise in a dynamic work environment and will be expected to contribute intellectually in areas not directly related to his or her field. Requirements Hands on experience in a lab working with various chemical materials Experience with diagnostic assay process development Good written and verbal technical communication skills The ability to design, execute, and appropriately document experiments The ability to effectively interpret and present scientific data Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team Desired Skills Hands on work with various manufacturing methods and testing including dispensing systems, vacuum drying processes, and stability testing Experience with Hands on experience operating analytical instrumentation Education A B.S. or M.S. in Chemistry, Materials Science, or related scientific discipline with at least 3-5 years experience.