We are looking for a highly-motivated Research Associate or Scientist to develop and conduct cellular and biochemical assays to evaluate potential therapeutics, both small and large molecules. Experience in ELISA assay development, cell culture, gene expression with RT-PCR and/or enzyme kinetics is desirable. The candidate needs to be proficient in assay design, trouble-shooting, data analysis and working with 96-w & 384-w plate-based assays. This position requires working with an interdisciplinary team within QDI as well as with outside collaborators.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
List below the major areas of responsibility of the job in descending order of importance (most important to least important). Indicate the approximate percentage of time spent on each responsibility (note the total of all percentages must equal 100%, 3-5 responsibilities is normal but may vary). Under each responsibility, summarize the specific duties required to perform the job. Give as much detail as necessary to fully explain the job and consider:
- Whether the reason the job exists is to perform that function and whether removing the function would fundamentally change the job;
- Whether serious consequences would arise if someone in this job is not required to perform a particular function/s;
- The number of employees available to perform the function or among whom the function can be distributed; and,
- The degree of expertise or skill required to perform the function.
% of Time
Duties & Responsibilities
75%
Execute biological experiments.
5%
Design biological experiments.
10%
Analyze and interpret experimental data
10%
Interact with team members and clients
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100%
Minimum Job Requirements & Qualifications
Describe the minimum level of formal education and experience required to successfully perform the job
as well as any required certification, licensure or registration. KSAs may include language requirements, required computer ability, communications skills, etc.
Educational/Training Requirement:
For Research Associate: BS/MS in biology, biochemistry and other related fields
For Scientist: PhD in biology, biochemistry and other related
- Basic understanding and training in Biology, Biochemistry and any related field.
- Ability to design, execute, analyze and interpret experiments.
- Attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to follow through.
- Positive and collaborative disposition with the ability to work cooperatively within a team
Experience:
- Driven to successful outcomes, adaptive in times of change, and innovative in face of roadblocks
For Research Associate: 3+ years of hands-on experience, industrial experience is preferred.
For Scientist: 2+ years of hands-on experience, industrial experience is preferred.
Frontage Laboratories Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS and work environment CHECKLIST
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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