What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Scientist position at System One?
Job Title: Associate Scientist
Location: Andover, MA
Type: Contract
Overview
Leading pharmaceutical company looking for an experienced Associate Scientist. Ideal candidates should have at least an Associates degree with at least 6 months of bioprocess experience. Required skills including aseptic techniques, and familiarity with bioreactor operations and upstream techniques.
Responsibilities
The Associate Scientist will be a part of a diverse and motivated team of scientists, engineers, and technical professionals that are focused on fermentation processes to produce biotherapeutics. The role is well-integrated into the rest of the MSAT Microbial Team. This role will collaborate with other MSAT scientists to setup bioreactors and execute well-designed experiments, including but not limited to basic analytics, data acquisition and documentation of work. The candidate would also be responsible for user-level maintenance of the relevant equipment and associated documentation.
- Contribute to achievement of the upstream work group goals and collaborate with other team members.
- Maintain laboratory area and equipment in clean, safe, and functional order.
- Comply with safety and regulatory requirements is expected and documented through the internal training program.
- Perform routine laboratory studies.
- Qualified candidates will serve as an upstream resource for the department and project teams.
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures and Standard Work instructions.
Requirements
• Bachelor's Degree or Associate Degree in a relevant discipline (Chemical engineering, Bioprocessing, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biology, etc.) with 0 - 3 years of applicable bioprocess experience.
• Proficient in aseptic technique (REQUIRED).
• Experience in bioreactor operation and associated analytical tools (PREFERRED).
• Candidate should have in-depth scientific knowledge and experience in a wide array of upstream techniques.
• Ability to perform complex data analysis and work in a dynamic team environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues, plan and carry out experiments independently, and work with complex instrumentation and software.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and computer skills.
Benefits
System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.
Ref: #568-Clinical
