Associate Scientist – Large Molecule Bioanalytics Lab

25 سبتمبر، 2022

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SPARK SOLUTIONS
WHAT YOU LOVE
We love being purpose-driven. We are eager to make significant contributions that directly improve quality of life. We love providing opportunities for our employees to grow and ensuring they maintain a good work/life balance. We celebrate all types of problem solving. We thrive when we act as a catalyst for change in all areas that we serve in their respective communities.
WHAT YOU DO WELL
We are cultivating Birmingham's biotech scene with first-rate talent through cutting-edge science. We are great at translating research into innovation that impacts our world. We are smart, creative people always looking for a better way forward. We are excellent collaborators making our partnerships seamless. We are more boutique than our competition because of our deep expertise and agility.
WHAT THE WORLD NEEDS
People need both academic and CRO (contract research organization) because they need more than basic lab-for-hire services. They need both the guidance and knowledge base to help move their projects forward and to find answers where they currently do not exist. More end users, specifically Alabamians, need to trust the research and innovations being made in biotech.
Come help Southern Research "Move Science" as an
ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST in our LARGE MOLECULE BIOANALYTICS/IN VITRO LABORATORY
General Summary
This position is responsible for designing, validating, and performing a broad range of advanced tests and procedures using standard scientific techniques and methods; and recording, analyzing and reporting results. The Associate Scientist will apply advanced scientific knowledge, laboratory methods, and techniques to resolve complex problems. This position will support project work led by senior level staff and may provide guidance to more junior scientists.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Responsible for micro-pipetting with a high degree of accuracy for running ELISA's.
Develops assays; completes study designs for immunological in vitro studies.
Perform experimental procedures under minimal supervision.
Collects and analyzes data for review by management, utilizing sophisticated spreadsheets and statistical analysis software.
Provides resolutions to a diverse range of problems, and resolves problems requiring the application of standard procedures and techniques.
Conducts experimental procedures following Standard Operating Procedures, Good Laboratory Practices and study protocols.
Participates in all required GLP training.
Exercises judgment in conducting experimental procedures, recognizing deviations from expected results and postulating sources of deviations.
Assists with preparation of proposals, grants, and reports.
Assists with training of technicians.
Performs all work tasks following laboratory safety requirements.
Observes appropriate safety and study requirements by reading, understanding and following Standard Operating Procedures, Good Laboratory Practices requirements, and study protocols.
Performs other duties as required by their supervisor.

Requirements/Minimum Qualifications

BS in relevant discipline and five years of related experience or MS in a relevant discipline and one year of related experience.
Proficient in assay development and validation methodologies.
Ability to work in a Biosafety Lab Level 3 environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills including correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Detail oriented; possess good planning and organizational skills; inquisitive; takes direction well.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Windows, Word, Excel, etc.).
Strong organization skills and capable of multi-tasking.
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

This position may require the ability to meet all entry requirements, including medical and vaccination requirements for work in both an ABSL-2 and ABSL-3 laboratory environment. Immunizations are required for this position and are determined by the study/agent. Some examples include Tetanus, Hepatitis B, Smallpox, Polio, and Influenza.
Work Environment & Conditions
This position is in a laboratory environment and required the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including (but not limited to):

Eye protection (Safety glasses and/or full face shield)
Respirator (varies based on tasks and barrier requirements)
Tyvek/scrub suits
Nitrile (or equivalent) gloves (varies based on tasks)
Hearing protection (varies based on tasks)

Physical Demands

Ability to perform work utilizing a computer for extended periods of time.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area.
As related to laboratory work (as applicable):
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area.
- Ability to climb ladders and stairs in performing the work.
- Ability to walk for reasonable distances in performing the work.