Bioanalytical Associate / Project Scientist – Molecular and Cellular Biology

Celerion; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Celerion is seeking a Bioanalytical Associate / Project Scientist in Molecular and Cellular Biology (MCB) for our Lincoln, NE headquarters. This full-time role supports bioanalytical projects, with responsibility for data analysis, training, and study management.

The candidate will collaborate with Method Development and production teams, mentor analysts, ensure QC/QA timeliness, and help connect lab events to actionable outcomes while maintaining teamwork and a positive attitude.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a science-related field with 4 years of analytical experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field with 2 years of analytical experience preferred.
• 3-6 years of Celerion bench experience preferred.
• 3 or more years of previous laboratory and/or GLP knowledge preferred.
• Proficiency with computers.
• Excellent oral and written skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with Method Development personnel during project development to ensure method suitability.
• Coordinate training consistency with Lincoln and Phoenix staff.
• Responsible for connecting validation protocols with production.
• Identify issues with assay performance and troubleshoot.
• Perform, review and approve data analysis to support timelines.
• Mentor and train bioanalytical analysts in production and validation support.
• Ensure all QC/QA findings are completed in a timely manner.
• Communicate with BPI and management for at-risk projects.
• Connect laboratory events to actionable outcomes and foster teamwork.

Skills

Excellent oral and written skills

Proficiency with computers

Analytical experience

Team mentorship

Education

Associate’s degree in science-related field

Bachelor’s degree in science-related field

Tools

GLP knowledge

Job description

Celerion is committed to swift, exceptional clinical research through translational medicine.Every day, we use our experience, agility, and innovative research strategies to help get drugs to market faster.

Are you looking for an opportunity to support a business creating life-saving treatments? If so, we can’t wait to meet you!

The Bioanalytical Associate / Project Scientist – Molecular and Cellular Biology (MCB) is a full-time position working in our Corporate Headquarters in Lincoln, NE, just south of downtown. We are only considering candidates who are currently living in the Lincoln, NE, area.

As a Bioanalytical Associate / Project Scientist , you will provide scientific review and oversight of bioanalytical projects with all levels of complexity and with some supervision and peer review. You will support associates in production and validation teams, provide guidance and technical training, problem-solving, and bioanalytical study management.

Essential Functions

• Work with Method Development personnel during the development of a project to ensure method suitably
• Work with MCB staff from Lincoln and Pheonix to provide consistency of training and expectations.
• Responsible for connecting validation protocols with production.
• Identify issues with assay performance and work with appropriate personnel to resolve and/or troubleshoot
• Perform, review and approve data analysis to support timelines.
• Mentor and train bioanalytical analysts in all aspects of production and validation support.
• Ensure all QC/QA findings are completed in a timely manner.
• Communicate and problem-solve with BPI and management for at-risk projects (not meeting timelines, resources, etc.).
• Ability to connect laboratory events to actionable outcomes, communicate effectively, and maintain a positive attitude while fostering strong team collaboration.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in a science-related field with 4 years of analytical experience preferred OR Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field with 2 years of analytical experience preferred.
• 3-6 years of Celerion bench experience preferred
• 3 or more years of previous laboratory and/or GLP knowledge preferred
• Proficiency with computers
• Excellent oral and written skills

Celerion Values: Integrity Trust Teamwork Respect

Celerion is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, qualified protected veteran status, or disability.

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