What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Scientist position at Smithers Careers?
Smithers PDS LLC (Pharmaceutical Development Services) offers a comprehensive range of pre-clinical and clinical services for all phases of drug development, including support for development of drug delivery devices, and medical and pharmaceutical packaging testing. Our expert scientists perform large molecule bioanalysis, assay development, validation, and sample analysis at our GLP, GCP, and CLIA compliant laboratories.
We are seeking a talented Associate Scientist to join our team in the Gaithersburg, MD laboratory.
The salary range for the role is $60,000 - $70,000 per year commensurate with experience. Smithers PDS has a comprehensive health insurance package including a choice of 3 medical plans, dental, vision, 401K retirement plan and PTO.
Position Responsibilities include:
- Perform data entry and written documentation with supervision.
- Preparation of reagents and standard with supervision.
- Perform service tasks as directed.
- With supervision assist with data interpretation and provide data summaries for studies.
- Perform study activities to meet the regulatory, GLP, protocol, and SOP requirements.
- With supervision ensure the experimental records and raw data in a secure way to protect the integrity of the data.
- Order supplies and other materials necessary for the conduct of studies
- Work safely with potentially hazardous substances, exercise universal precautions.
- Function effectively in a team-oriented atmosphere and work independently when necessary.
- Capable of learning new systems such as Watson LIMS and cell culture techniques a plus.
- Capable of navigating and updating electronic inventory systems
- Other duties as assigned.
Additional Position Responsibilities:
- Performs general laboratory support functions which may include shipping procedures, receive, check-in and dispose of study samples according to established guidelines and SOPs and other assigned tasks. All assigned tasks require the completion of appropriate paperwork in a timely fashion.
- Sample management functions may include the following: Identify and document all discrepancies between client paperwork, Watson LIMS, and sample vials. Notify sponsor, Project Team and PI/PM of the discrepancies.
Qualifications:
- BA/BS in Biological or Physical Sciences or AA with at least 6 mos. to 1 year of relevant experience.
- Level of position will be commensurate with experience.
- Knowledge of GLP regulations and other regulatory guidelines.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and strong organizational skills.
- Proficient in the use of basic computer applications such as MS Word and Excel.
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Additional Requirements:
- Ability to multi-task and produce quality analysis while working under the pressure of strict deadlines.
- Overtime, weekend and holiday work as required.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Work requires some standing and sitting for long periods of time, including working within a laboratory hood and at standing bench top.
- Intricate work with hands.
Corporate Responsibilities:
- Adherence to laboratory health and safety procedures.
- Adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) & applicable company policies/ guidelines.
- Adherence to federal and/or local regulations, as applicable.
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