Research Associate I - Analytical Chemistry

Job Title: Research Associate I, Analytical Chemistry

Reports To: Senior Research Associate

Employment Status: Full-Time Part-Time

Employment Type: Hourly/Non-Exempt Salary/Exempt

About IMCS:

At Integrated Micro-Chromatography Systems (IMCS), we strive to address the growing needs of clinical and research laboratories through advanced technologies that increase testing efficiency. IMCS products help to pave the way for the future of precision medicine. We understand the importance of accuracy, which is why we are committed to delivering products that consistently provide fast, reliable results.

Job Summary:
A candidate in this position conducts experiments and analyzes data critical to IMCS strategies and products. Research Associate is an entry level research position. The person in this role is expected to have experience or familiarity with a range of experimental methods common to analytical chemistry and protein biochemistry. S/he should be able to execute on assigned experimental work. S/he will participate in writing project plans based on detailed descriptions and conversations with supervisors. S/he will analyze raw data by methods provided, confirm the accuracy and precision of the work, and assist in the interpretation of results. S/he must communicate effectively with supervisors and peers, both verbally (in meeting situations) and in written documents and reports. S/he must learn, know, and observe all safety standards.

This position reports to a Senior Research Associate or higher.

Responsibilities (may include but not limited to):

• Optimize assay conditions to achieve commercial levels of stability, robustness, and performance as directed by supervisor
• Keep detailed lab notebooks, preparing reports, updates and summaries for supervisor as directed.
• Execute experiments in enzyme assays and small molecule and biologics quantitation as directed.
• Operate and train on laboratory equipment pertaining to research activities.
• Manipulate raw data to generate interpretable results.
• Participate in group meetings, including presentation of data.
• Write reports and present results for review by supervisor.
• Present results in the research group meetings as requested by supervisor.
• Characterization of enzymatic processes, glycosylhydrolase reactions on various substrates, or the reverse with glycosyltransferase for synthesis of complex glycans.
• Protocol adherence and robustness testing as directed by supervisor.
• All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional task and responsibilities.

Required Qualifications (knowledge AND experience):

• M.Sc. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field; or
• B.Sc. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field and 1 years relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications (knowledge OR experience):

• Prior work experience in bench work and research laboratory setting.
• Prior work experience in Biotech industry.
• Demonstrated ability to work in team setting as well as independently on multiple projects in parallel.
• Working knowledge of chromatography, and practical workflows from R&D discovery stage for functional assays.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be performed by an employee to successfully execute the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
The employee must be able to sit for long periods. The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, utilize tools, and operate controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job- related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements of this position and are subject to modification for reasonable accommodation of individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents

must possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $24