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Title: Discovery Biotherapeutics Scientist I or II
Location: Worcester, MA
Pay: $35-40/hr (1-3 yrs exp) / $42-48 (3 yrs exp)
Contract: 12 months
Description
Biologics Discovery Sciences is seeking a research scientist to join a dynamic team supporting biologics drug discovery and multispecifics engineering. This position will impact projects by coordinating sample inventory, handoffs to cross-functional teams, reagent characterization, and data management. The ideal candidate should have basic protein and biologics experience and knowledge of best-practices in sample management and handling. The applicant should be familiar with database work, sample inventory systems, and ideally have basic scripting or advanced Excel skills. Ideal candidate would also have experience with reagent QC. S/he should possess excellent organizational skills.
Qualifications
- Position will be hired based on level of experience.
- BS or MS in biology or related field with 2 years (BS), or 0 years (MS) of pharmaceutical and/or relevant experience
- Experience with protein and biologics sample handling
- Knowledge of analytical techniques to characterize proteins (e.g. SEC, MS, DSF)
- Familiarity with sequence management databases (e.g. Genedata)
- Knowledge of sample inventory management databases (e.g. Freezerpro)
- Experience interacting with CROs to coordinate and improve data transfer
- Excellent organizational skills to track multiple requests and sample deliveries to ensure timely material delivery
- Excellent communication skills to provide feedback to data strategy, pharmacy, and information resources teams for new tool development
- Familiarity with report generation and electronic notebook systems
- Skilled in usage of software programs, including MS Excel, Powerpoint, Word
Preferred:
- Hands-on experience with analytical techniques including SEC, MS, endotoxin measurement, and DSF
- Experience with automation (e.g. Tecan, Hamilton, etc)
- Advanced Excel skills
- Experience with Python scripting for file parsing and tool building
Significant Work Activities and Conditions
- Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of the team to enable higher performance.
- Learns fast, grasps the “essence” and can change the course quickly where indicated.
- Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo.
- Creates a learning environment, open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement.
- Embraces the ideas of others, nurtures innovation and manages innovation to reality.
Salary : $35 - $45
