Scientist II

About the role

This position functions with more autonomy than Scientist I. Works under the oversight of the Medical Directorship and reports directly to the R&D Manager.

Responsibilities

• Oversees, designs, and executes all aspects of development and validation/verification of new assays or assay improvements for the technical section.
• Performs literature reviews to access breadth of field(s) to inform new assay development and assay improvement.
• Maintains knowledge of field and awareness of new and emerging technologies and their potential applications to the reference setting.
• Writes comprehensive analytical protocols, development plans, and validation/verification plans.
• Ensures protocols are in compliance with department, company, and appropriate regulatory body’s regulations.
• Critically evaluates and interprets experimental data.
• Works within corporate guidelines to record, archive, and report all data.
• Compiles data and reports into Validation/Verification packets per ARUP R&D policies.
• Appropriately prioritizes projects and tasks and demonstrates effective skill in time management.
• Communicates regularly with Medical Directors, R&D Manager, and Technical Operations to relay project progress, experimental results, and data analysis.
• Works with Technical Operations management and staff to implement new assays or assay improvements including but not limited to training technical staff in assay execution following validation and monitoring assay performance following “Go Live”.
• Provides laboratory support for validation of new equipment, processes, and methods.
• Works with Technical Operations management and staff to effectively troubleshoot issues with new and existing assays.
• Works effectively with all ARUP departments to ensure all facets of Validation/Verification process are addressed and assays are successfully launched.
• Presents data and results in regular lab meetings, ARUP seminars, and professional meetings and conferences when required.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant scientific field.
• Minimum of 3 years of related laboratory experience.
• Experience with mass spectrometry techniques.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and good laboratory practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field.
• At least 3 years of laboratory experience.
• Experience with mass spectrometry techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements and good laboratory practices.

Skills

• Mass spectrometry techniques.
• Data interpretation and analysis.
• Project management and time management.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Regulatory compliance and good laboratory practices.

Benefits

ARUP offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement savings plan, paid time off, and more.

Pay

$XX.XX - $YY.YY per hour based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Monday - Friday (40 hrs/wk) 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM