Bio-Technician II

General Atomics; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Diazyme Laboratories, Inc. is seeking an entry-level researcher to support development activities for clinical diagnostic products. You will work with an interdisciplinary team, maintain design history files, and present updates to R&D management.

The role involves SOP development, safe laboratory practices, and contributing to regulatory documentation. This position is onsite in a fast-paced biotech environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree plus one or more years in biology/microbiology lab required or equivalent professional experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Knowledge of laboratory protocols, regulatory and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Participates in an interdisciplinary team performing life sciences research and development experiments in the laboratory.
• Prepares buffers, stock solutions and operates laboratory equipment for R&D.
• Analyzes experimental data and assists in experimental design.
• Maintains and updates project records and files.
• Presents findings during R&D meetings.
• Completes GMP, safety and regulatory documents as required.
• Assists with scale manufacturing and testing to meet product specs.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all laws and company policies; works safely.

Education

Associate degree in related discipline

Bachelor's degree in related discipline

Job description

56783BR

Job Summary:

Diazyme Laboratories, Inc. (www.diazyme.com), is a cGMP and ISO 13485 certified medical device manufacturer. Diazyme uses its proprietary enzyme and immunoassay technologies to develop diagnostic reagents which can be used on most automated chemistry analyzers in user-friendly formats. Products include test kits for diagnosis of cardiovascular disease, liver disease, cancer markers, renal disease, diabetes, sepsis and electrolytes.

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the operations necessary to support development activities for clinical diagnostic products. The individual works with an interdisciplinary team, maintains project notes and Design History Files, and presents updates to the Research and Development team and management. Additionally, the role involves participating in the development of standard operating procedures for the project and conducting laboratory experiments in a safe and regulated manner.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participates in an interdisciplinary team performing life sciences research and development experiments in the laboratory.

• Prepares buffers, stock solutions and operates laboratory equipment needed for research and development.

• Analyzes experimental data and participates in design of experiments to be performed in the laboratory

• Maintains and updates a variety of confidential and sensitive electronic and/or hard copy project records and/or files.

• Presents findings during research and development meetings.

• Completes and submits various good manufacturing practices (GMP), safety, and regulatory related documents as required.

• Assists with scale manufacturing of developed products with testing to assure that product specifications are met.

• Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive information.

• Other duties as assigned or required.

• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.

• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires an associate's degree in related discipline and one or more years of related experience working in an academic or industrial biology or microbiology laboratory. Equivalent professional experience in an academic or industrial biology or microbiology laboratory may be substituted in lieu of education.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline is preferred

• Requires a general understanding of biological/microbiological theories and principles as well as a working knowledge of laboratory protocols, and regulatory and safety requirements.

• The ability to interpret data and identify and analyze issues, contributing solutions to moderately complex problems.

• Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to explain general to mid-level information and effectively communicate with all levels of employees.

• The ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.

• The ability to use basic office/scientific software and knowledge of basic computer operations and applications.

• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.

Job Category:

BioTech

Experience Level:

Entry-Level (0-2 years)

Workstyle:

Onsite

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Hourly

Pay Range Low:

45,000

Pay Range High:

67,125

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

No

US Citizenship Required?:

No

Clearance Required?:

No

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.