Cleanroom Microscopist/Cleanroom Scientist

Davita Inc.; Westmont (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent analytical laboratory seeks a skilled laboratory scientist for a full-time position in a cleanroom environment. The role encompasses imaging and characterizing materials, demanding dexterous handling of small samples and effective collaboration with senior scientists. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and significant lab experience, along with exceptional precision and record-keeping capabilities.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant laboratory experience required.
• Experience in the use of a microscope necessary.
• Good laboratory skills and exceptional attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Identify and characterize materials using light microscopy.
• Prepare samples for instrumental analysis.
• Perform micromanipulation tasks with precision.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Microscopy

Detail-oriented

Record keeping

Dexterity

Education

Baccalaureate degree in natural science, medical technology or forensic sciences

Tools

Light microscopy

Micromanipulation tools

Word processing software

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

McCrone Associates, Inc., a leading analytical and research laboratory, seeks a skilled and innovative laboratory scientist to work full-time as part of a team in our ISO 5 (Class 100) cleanroom facility.

The team is responsible for imaging, characterizing, and preparing samples of small particles and other materials for analysis. The types of materials are varied. Special extraction and processing techniques are employed and require exact record keeping.

Light microscopy is used to identify and characterize the materials and to prepare samples for instrumental analysis. In order to isolate particles/samples from a variety of substrates, special micromanipulation techniques and tools are used that require extreme dexterity with both hands. The scientist works closely with senior scientific staff members throughout the completion of all projects.

The ideal candidate will have a baccalaureate degree in natural science, medical technology or the forensic sciences and 3-5years of relevant laboratory experience. All candidates must have experience in the use of a microscope and sufficient physical dexterity to perform micromanipulation tasks required to handle small samples. McCrone is looking for people that have good laboratory skills and exceptional aptitude for details, including accurate record keeping. Experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and databases is required.