Specialist II, Clinical Lab Scientist

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Associate Scientist in the Immunochemistry department, where you will utilize cutting-edge technologies to conduct high-quality sample analysis for leading pharmaceutical and biotech clients. This full-time position offers the chance to contribute to the development of life-changing therapies while working in a collaborative environment that values creativity and teamwork. With comprehensive training programs and a commitment to employee development, this role is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact in the field of clinical research.

Benefits

Competitive Remuneration

Corporate Trainings

Team Building Activities

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in laboratory settings with a focus on sample analysis.
• Knowledge of regulatory guidelines and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine sample preparation and analysis for pharmaceutical compounds.
• Train on operation and maintenance of analytical instrumentation.

Skills

PCR

ELISA

Immunoassays

Cell Culture

Manual Dexterity

Aseptic Technique

Education

B.S. in Lab Sciences

Master's Degree in Lab Sciences

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Reporting Software

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

PPD, a world leading laboratory and clinical research company, will be opening a state-of-the art laboratory in Suzhou New District in March 2020. PPD Laboratories offer the most comprehensive set of laboratory services available in the industry. Our services are designed to accelerate pharmaceutical development for small molecules, biologics and vaccines, allowing our clients to make faster decisions about their compounds, for all phases of pharmaceutical development.

As an Associate/Scientist in the Immunochemistry department, you will use state-of-the-art technologies and techniques to perform high-quality sample analysis and testing for key pharmaceutical and biotech clients across the industry. Your role serves as an integral piece in helping PPD accomplish our goal of helping bring life-changing therapies to market.

At PPD we hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team. It's not just talk - our award-winning training programs speak for themselves!

Responsibilities for the assist/associate scientist may include:

• Performs a variety of routine sample preparation and analysis procedures to

quantitatively measure pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds in a

variety of formulations and/or biological matrices for stability and analytical

testing.

• Trains on routine operation, maintenance and theory of analytical

instrumentation, SOPs and regulatory guidelines.

• Communicates project status to project leader.

• Maintains a laboratory notebook and completes all laboratory documentation in

clear and accurate language and according to SOP and GLPs.

• Performs daily work assignments accurately, and in a timely and safe manner.

• Reviews, interprets, and analyzes data for technical, quality and compliance to

protocols, methods, SOPs, client criteria and Good Manufacturing Practices

(GMP) or Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).

• Performs self and peer review of the data for accuracy and compliance with reporting requirements prior to submission to QA and issuance to customers.

The Associate Scientist /Scientist is expected to follow validated or experimental bioanalytical procedures, to perform PCR, functional antibody, neutralization antibody, ELISA assays and support pharmaceutical product development, testing and evaluation in a GLP regulatory lab environment.

The Associate Scientist /Scientist will work both independently and in a team setting with occasional direct supervision from a group leader. In addition, the Assist/Associate Scientist is responsible for the review and compilation of results, use of reporting software and review of SOP's.

Education and Experience:

• B.S or Master.Degree in lab sciences such as Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medicine ,Biotechnology, Immunology, Virology, Bacteriology, Clinical Lab Sciences or related science field

• 2+ years working experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Support testing and analysis in the vaccine sciences department (run assays, perform testing and analysis, prepare samples, prepare, maintain and review lab documentation)

• Manual dexterity (pipetting, operate lab equipment, perform lab techniques)

• Experience performing assays, bioassays, immunoassays, ELISA, PCR, antigen/antibody testing, functional assays or similar testing, cell culture

• Training or experience with microbiological lab techniques a plus (such as sample analysis, bacterial identification, gram staining, streaking, plating, isolation of colonies, bacterial cell culture, mammalian cell culture, cell line maintenance, passaging of cells, sample preparation, molecular techniques or similar relative experience)

• Understanding of aseptic or sterile technique (such as training or experience with maintaining sterile field, clean bench space, BSL I, BSL II, Fume hood, flow hood, biosafety cabinet or similar)

• Follow lab safety guidelines, use of lab safety and PPE (gloves, goggles, lab coat etc) and use appropriate aseptic techniques

• Communicate effectively and follow detailed written and verbal instruction

• Cooperate with coworkers within an organized team environment or work alone with supervision

• Manage time effectively to complete assignments in expected time frame

• Maintain a laboratory notebook and complete all documentation with clear and accurate language and according to the Standard Operating Procedures

Our offer: As a compensation, you will be provided with a competitive remuneration, corporate trainings and the opportunity to become a part of a fast growing, multinational company. At PPD, we encourage our employees to demonstrate creativity, innovation and fresh insights as well as a solution-focused approach. We also value teamwork, camaraderie and enthusiasm. At PPD we hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team. It's not just talk - our award-winning training programs speak for themselves! This is a full-time, permanent position based in Suzhou

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