Scientist - BioAnalytical

Precision For Medicine; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 83,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Bioanalytical Scientist to lead a team in developing and performing assays for scientific research. This role offers an exciting opportunity to innovate and improve laboratory procedures while ensuring high-quality outputs. You will collaborate with technical teams, manage projects, and contribute to scientific publications, all within a supportive and dynamic environment. If you are passionate about life sciences and eager to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Savings Benefits

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Discretionary Annual Bonus

Qualifications

• Master's degree in life sciences or equivalent experience required.
• 5+ years of lab experience with bioanalytical assays preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform experiments, analyze and present data accurately.
• Support development of projects and improve productivity metrics.
• Troubleshoot routine scientific issues and maintain lab safety.

Skills

Bioanalytical Assays Development

Troubleshooting Scientific Issues

Data Analysis and Presentation

Communication Skills

Regulatory Standards Knowledge

Project Management

Team Leadership

Good Documentation Practices

Education

Master's Degree in Life Sciences

Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences with 5+ years experience

PhD in Life Sciences (Preferred)

Tools

Prism

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

ELISA

MSD

Quanterix

Luminex

Biacore/SPR

Job description

The Bioanalytical Scientist manages staff to accurately and efficiently perform assays to support ongoing services and contract activities. This role will perform assays according to SOPs and support development of new procedures and improvement of existing SOPs.

Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to:

• Design and perform experiments, independently and accurately analyze and present data
• Responsible for high quality output with the ability to build efficiency into improving productivity metrics
• Support development of projects in a timely manner in strict accordance with documented procedures
• Perform assays according to defined protocol/SOP and support development of new procedures
• Assist in establishing and improving all procedures and required SOP documentation
• Responsible for troubleshooting and correcting routine scientific issues/problems
• Identify, update and implement emerging laboratory techniques
• Maintain and support safe lab practices and environment
• Work collaboratively with other technical teams in resource sharing and providing technical expertise
• Support new equipment operational qualifications and performance checks
• Monitor Product and Service/R&D related project expenses
• Act as a scientific resource externally to clients and internally
• Assist with writing, reviewing and editing contract and grant applications/proposals as appropriate
• Assist with writing and reviewing project reports and editing contract proposals
• Assist with writing and publishing papers, abstracts, techniques/or chapters to maintain the scientific standard and image of the company
• May present completed work at appropriate scientific meetings and in publications
• Carry out other duties/projects as assigned

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in life sciences or Bachelors in life science with 5+ years of relevant laboratory experience

Other Required:

• Must have demonstrated expertise developing, troubleshooting, and performing bioanalytical assays in plate-based and cell-based assay formats, including pharmacokinetic (PK), biomarker, anti-drug antibody (ADA), neutralizing antibody (NAb) assays for protein/cell/gene-based therapeutics
• Experience in different ligand binding technology platforms, such as ELISA, MSD, Quanterix, Luminex, Biacore/SPR
• Strong background in leading bioanalytical and biomarker assay qualification and validation
• Demonstrate an ability to work independently in planning, executing and analyzing data.
• Solid understanding of current regulatory standards of bioanalytical assays
• Experience in good documentation practices (GDP)
• Proven experience managing, leading teams
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and multi-tasking required
• Must have the ability to independently organize and analyze data and prepare reports
• Must possess strong computer skills, including experience with Prism, Microsoft Word, and Excel
• Ability to lift and carry between 1-15 lbs.; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. overhead with assistance; frequently required to sit, grasp, and use right/left finger dexterity; May be exposed to a cold freezer environment (Freezer temperatures range between -20ºC -196ºC)
• Must be able to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English language

Preferred:

• PhD in life sciences, with a minimum of 2 years post-doctoral training, industry experience or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
• Previous work experience in GLP or GCLP environment and a solid understanding of current GXP standards

Precision is required by law in some states or cities to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. This role is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, health insurance, retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, and paid time off for sick leave and vacation, among other benefits.

Reasonable estimate of the current range: $83,400 USD - $119,750 USD