Scientist II

Responsibilities

• Conduct and monitor laboratory experiments using established and published procedures, with technical and theoretical understanding.
• Make recommendations to resolve problems encountered during experimental procedures.
• Ensure the accuracy, quality, and timeliness of experimental results.
• Summarize experimental results and review conclusions with supervisor or project leader.
• Communicate results of experiments through reports and presentations.
• Keep supervisor or project leader informed of project status, particularly significant findings and critical problem areas.
• Perform work according to established internal safety guidelines and external regulatory agencies (e.g., OSHA).
• Analyze experimental data using data analysis software or quantitative methods.
• Form conclusions and document process improvements.
• Use technical writing skills to produce reports and documents.
• Present findings at internal meetings.
• Maintain electronic notebook documentation, ensuring methods and results are recorded timely, accurately, and consistently.
• Participate in routine lab maintenance, lab safety, ISO, and QSR implementation.
• Troubleshoot issues related to instrumentation.
• Plan and execute own work with general instructions.
• Stay informed of trends and developments in area of scientific responsibility.
• Collaborate with individuals or teams outside of immediate functional area or department.
• Apply broad concepts of a particular field to resolve problems of limited scope and complexity.
• Analyze alternative approaches to solve problems or develop new perspectives on existing solutions.
• May act as a lead for assigned projects or team.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Biological/Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field with 5 years of relevant industry experience.
• Proficiency in designing and executing laboratory experimentation and determining next steps within project goals.

Pay

$30–$40 per hour, based on experience.