Associate Scientist I

QPS Holdings, LLC; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector is seeking an Associate Scientist I to join its Translational Medicine department. This role involves mastering GCP and GDP, conducting studies, and documenting results. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and a desire to grow professionally. The company offers excellent learning opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Bonuses based on performance

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Structured career ladders for growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields or Associate’s with 2+ years experience.
• Desire to learn and grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory tasks such as preparing reagents and pipetting.
• Assist in analyzing drugs or targets in biological matrices.
• Document experiments and results in accordance with GLPs and SOPs.

Skills

Biology

Biochemistry

Immunology

Pharmacology

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology

Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry

Bachelor’s degree in Immunology

Associate’s Degree

Job description

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The Translational Medicine (TLM) department of QPS is seeking candidates for positions in its laboratory operations units: Biomarker Analysis (BMA), Gene & Sequence Analysis (GSA), and Immunobioanalysis (IBA). An Associate Scientist in these units will be a fully-supervised trainee, responsible for mastering GCP and GDP, conducting studies per protocols, and recording results and observations.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or related fields. We are expanding our TLM department and welcome interested candidates to apply.

About QPS

Since its inception, QPS has supported pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies with services including Neuropharmacology, DMPK, Toxicology, Bioanalysis, Translational Medicine, and Clinical Research. We value diversity, innovation, accountability, teamwork, and a friendly atmosphere. We offer comprehensive benefits, training, and career growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory tasks such as preparing reagents, pipetting, weighing, monitoring, recording, and replenishing supplies.
• Assist in analyzing drugs or targets in biological matrices.
• Set up, operate, and maintain complex instrumentation.
• Document experiments, calculations, results, and observations in accordance with GLPs and SOPs.
• Perform routine mathematical and chemical calculations.

Work Location

This position is 100% based at QPS facilities.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Pharmacology, Medical Technology, or related fields.
• Or an Associate’s Degree with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Desire to learn and grow professionally.

Why Apply?

• Excellent learning opportunities, especially for newcomers.
• Structured career ladders for growth.
• Bonuses and merit increases based on performance.
• Competitive benefits, including 401(k), life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Located in a park-like setting in Newark, Delaware.

QPS is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate all candidates based on ability and experience, without regard to protected characteristics.