Scientist - I (Assistant)

Immediate need for a talented Scientist - I (Assistant). This is a 12+ Months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in West Point, PA (Onsite). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.

Job ID: 24-32234

Pay Range: $20 - $25/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare laboratory reagents, solutions, and culture media.
• Perform lab-scale fermentation runs to meet different needs.
• Set up process equipment for lab-scale experiments.
• Perform in-process monitoring assays.
• Analyze, collate, track, and report data back to client staff members Maintain records and test results following good laboratory practices (GLP) guidance.
• Work independently and efficiently.
• Document work clearly and perform tests accurately.
• Communicate effectively with client staff members.

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

• B.S. in Biology, Bio/chemistry, Bio/chemical Engineering, or related science or engineering field.
• At least six months of laboratory experience in upstream bioprocessing (e.g. shake flask and/or bioreactor operations).
• General laboratory skills, experience with aseptic manipulations, pipettes
• Experience in operating bioreactors
• Experience in culturing microbial and/or mammalian cells at different scales
• Experience performing basic cell-based assays (e.g. cell counting, optical density, metabolite analysis, imaging).
• Basic knowledge of cell culture stages and rational
• Experience using formulas and linking spreadsheets in Excel
• Highly computer literate. Capable of quickly learning and adapting to new computer programs.
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.

Our client is a leading Pharmaceutical Industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.

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