Scientist

Responsibilities• Works under general supervision, to conduct and monitor laboratory experiments utilizing established andpublished procedures, and technical and theoretical understanding. Makes recommendations to resolveproblems encountered during experimental procedures. Assumes responsibility for the accuracy, quality, andtimeliness of experimental results. Summarizes experimental results, and reviews conclusions withsupervisor/project leader. Communicates results of experiments in the form of reports and presentations.Keeps supervisor/project leader informed of project status, particularly of significant findings and results incritical problem areas. Performs work according to established internal safety guidelines and procedures, andas specified by appropriate external regulatory agencies (e.g., OSHA).• Analyzes experimental data using various data analysis software and/or applying quantitative methods. Formsconclusions, and provides/documents process improvements. Uses technical writing skills to produce reportsand documents. May present findings at internal meeting.• Assumes accountability for own electronic notebook documentation, ensuring experimental methods andresults are recorded timely, accurately and consistently, and according to established formats.• Participates in routine lab maintenance, lab safety, ISO, and QSR implementation.• May troubleshoot issues related to instrumentation.• Receives general instructions; plans and executes own work.• Keeps informed of trends and developments in area of scientific responsibility.• May establish and work with individuals or teams outside of immediate functional area or RMD.• Knows and effectively uses the broad concepts of a particular filed or specialization to resolve problems oflimited scope and complexity.• Analyzes alternative approaches to solve problems or develop new perspectives on existing solutions. May act as a lead forassigned projects or team.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listedbelow are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities.Formal Training/EducationEducation Level Education Details Req PrefBachelor's Degree Biological/Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry orrelated fieldFormal Training/EducationEducation Level Education Details Req PrefMaster's Degree Biological/Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry orrelated field.with 5 years Relevant industry experience. X OrKnowledge, Skill or Ability Req Pref ProficiencyAbility to design and execute relevant laboratory experimentation and determine next steps within thecontext of overall projectgoals and direction.Interview ProcessPhone ScreenVirtual Panel Interview (2 hours)Required Qualifications / NotesExperience working with amino acids.Must be comfortable discussing failures, lessons learned, and problem-solving approaches.ddPCR (Digital Droplet PCR) experience is required.A cover letter or professional bio *must be attached to the resume submission.