Currently I have an opening for a Bench Scientist located in Andover, MA. Details for the position are as follows:
Pay Range: $33-$43/hour
Job Description:
Pay Range: $33-$43/hour
Job Description:
- 3-year contract with the possibility of extending or converting to permanent based on performance and budget.
- Monday - Friday / First Shift
- Meaningful contribution to the preparation of biological samples for the method development, assay qualification, and sample support specifically related to clinical biomarker initiatives across therapeutic areas.
- Proficient in understanding, following, performing, and documenting complex experiments in a timely manner
- Responsible for general laboratory and operational support. Including providing logistical support for samples and compounds management, ordering supplies and carrying out general bench work activities.
- Preparation of biological samples and associated calibration curves in a highly reproducible and accurate manner for mass spectrometry analysis
- Timely and complete documentation of experimental procedures and/or results in electronic lab notebook
- Design of experiments in collaboration with colleagues to satisfy project deliverables
- Assistance with general lab operations (instrument maintenance, cleaning, calibration, etc)
- Generation of scientific collateral using Microsoft Office applications and effective presentation of findings to audiences. Includes preparation of experimental procedures and training of others.
- BS/MS degree in chemistry, biological sciences, biochemistry, or related fields
- 0-3 years of experience
- Biological sample preparation experience involving a multi-step process to isolate, purify, and concentrate an analyte of interest
- Experience in advanced liquid pipetting and electronic lab notebook documentation
- Ability to communicate workflows and findings effectively in the form of well-organized presentations and procedures to various audiences including external CRO vendors
- Interest in learning large molecule mass spectrometry techniques related to clinical outcomes in a fast paced, well outfitted laboratory
- Willingness to assist with general lab operations such as instrument set-up, maintenance, cleaning, and troubleshooting
- Experience in the operation of standing laboratory equipment including manual and automated pipetting
- Working understanding of protein biochemistry and mass spectrometry
- Ability to multitask as both an independent contributor and a collaborative team member
- Strong organizational and communication skills including familiarity with generating scientific collateral using Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to meet the standard requirements for a lab-based role and perform all typical lab related activities (lifting ≤20 pounds, frequent pipetting, long stretches on feet, etc)
- Potential sample handling and processing of human and NHP tissues and blood.