Associate Scientist I/II (Sample Management) - US Tech Solutions

Skills Needed

• Production of DNA and proteins, biologics.
• Sample inventory registration/management experience
• Experience working with CROs
• Labels properly.
• Some automation work.

Job Description

Biologics Discovery Sciences is seeking a research scientist to join a dynamic team supporting biologics drug discovery and multispecifics engineering. This position will impact projects by coordinating sample inventory, handoffs to cross-functional teams, reagent characterization, and data management. The ideal candidate should have basic protein and biologics experience and knowledge of best-practices in sample management and handling. The applicant should be familiar with database work, sample inventory systems, and ideally have basic scripting or advanced Excel skills. Ideal candidate would also have experience with reagent QC.

Skills/Qualifications Required

• Position will be hired based on level of experience.
• BS or MS in biology or related field with 2+ years (BS), or 0+ years (MS) of pharmaceutical and/or relevant experience
• Experience with protein and biologics sample handling
• Knowledge of analytical techniques to characterize proteins (e.g. SEC, MS, DSF)
• Familiarity with sequence management databases (e.g. Genedata)
• Knowledge of sample inventory management databases (e.g. Freezerpro)
• Experience interacting with CROs to coordinate and improve data transfer
• Excellent organizational skills to track multiple requests and sample deliveries to ensure timely material delivery
• Excellent communication skills to provide feedback to data strategy, pharmacy, and information resources teams for new tool development
• Familiarity with report generation and electronic notebook systems
• Skilled in usage of software programs, including MS Excel, Powerpoint, Word

Preferred

• Hands-on experience with analytical techniques including SEC, MS, endotoxin measurement, and DSF
• Experience with automation (e.g. Tecan, Hamilton, etc)
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with Python scripting for file parsing and tool building

About US Tech Solutions:

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com.

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,

national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.