Associate Scientist II – Scorer (In Vitro Cytogenetics)

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in a scientific discipline (i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) 

– OR – 

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) with 2+ years working in a research laboratory 

– OR – 

Associate degree in a scientific discipline (i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) with 4+ years experience working in a research laboratory 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of a research laboratory
• Experience in cell/tissue culture and aseptic technique
• Possess good interpersonal and strong written/verbal communication skills
• Highly motivated and detail oriented with good organizational skills
• Possess the ability to multitask and work independently or in a team environment with minimum supervision
• Good computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets and database software applications, specifically MS Office (Word and Excel)
• Working knowledge of microscopes (light and fluorescent)
• Experience in slide evaluation of chromosome aberrations and micronuclei induction preferred, but not needed

Corporate Responsibilities:

• Adherence to laboratory health and safety procedures
• Adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Adherence to applicable company policies and guidelines
• Adherence to federal and/or local regulations, as applicable

• Position Responsibilities:

• Perform slide evaluation of chromosome aberrations or micronucleus in human peripheral blood and cell lines (eg. CHO and TK6) for in vitro cytogenetics
• Perform slide evaluation of chromosome aberrations and micronucleus in rats or mice for in vivo cytogenetics 
• Prepare study reagents in accordance with SOPs and study instructions
• Perform tasks to support a wide variety of assays required to characterize a product or material safety
• Maintain sterile and good cell/tissue culture techniques, as needed
• Make scientific observations, maintain detailed data books/documentation and ensure all documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards and GLP regulations
• Analyze data and interprets results with input from senior staff, as needed 
• Ensure all testing guidelines are followed for assay tasks performed
• Perform peer review of study data and lab support records
• Keep the next level manager and Study Director informed of study status, technical problems and other issues which impact the lab/study
• Address quality audit findings and generate deviations in the quality system, as needed
• Maintain an understanding of technological principles and applications of the organization’s    services
• Must be able to work with no direct supervision on routine tasks and receive minimal supervision while performing assigned projects.
• Troubleshoot project challenges and instrument issues 
• Contribute ideas to improve standard laboratory techniques, protocols, processes and equipment
• Use and maintain scientific equipment, instrumentation and computer systems
• Demonstrate consistent good communication and interpersonal skills with employees, management and clients (as applicable)
• May assist in the training of others and can be the technical lead on studies.
• Attend, pre-planning, or operational team meetings, as needed. 
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Professional Responsibilities:

• Attend continuing education courses or webinars, as appropriate.