What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Studies Associate position at Discovery Life Sciences?
Must-Have Qualifications (Education, Skills, Experience):
Must Have:
- BS or AS with 1 years of industry experience in scientific discipline required
- Familiarity with general laboratory equipment such as microscopes, centrifuges, pipettes, etc.
- Keen attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedures.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite applications
- Excellent verbal and written communication skill
Nice-To-Have:
- Prior experience in a laboratory setting.
- Cytology experience
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
- Support Director and/or Project Managers throughout the duration of sponsor contracted projects including laboratory and administrative duties as well as some sponsor communications
- Sample accessioning, data entry of sample information, labeling of specimens, QC checks, communicate status of samples, file documentation, and maintain the accessioning area
- Process samples post-accessioning: IHC staining, scheduling stained samples for scoring, ensure samples complete analysis within required timeframe and reports are released from LIMs to sponsor and clinical sites
- Assist Director and/or Project Managers in monitoring sample metrics
- Initiating and/or monitoring microtomy requests
- Generation of whole slide images
- Support building sample kits according to customer and site specifications
- QC of reagents/ antibodies as needed to support clinical trial assay readiness
- Ensure appropriate lab compliance with institutional and accrediting agency regulations
Compensation and Benefits:
Discovery Life Sciences is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices, and we strive to provide employees with total compensation packages that are market competitive. The exact base pay offered for this role will depend on various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience. Your annual salary is only one part of your total compensation package. Other benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package options including free medical, dental, vision, life, and disability which start on your first day of employment. Free medical, dental and vision options for you!
- 401(k) match program which starts on your first day of employment
- Time away from work (Generous vacation and paid time off, your BIRTHDAY, paid parental leave, paid family leave, etc.).
- Professional development opportunities and reimbursement for relevant certifications.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity.
- Team-building activities and social events.
- Employee Referral Program and Colleague Recognition Program
Location:
In office position located in Newtown, PA
