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Associate Scientist II - Scorer

Employer
Inotiv
Location
Gaithersburg, MD
Start date
May 12, 2022

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Discipline
Science/R&D, Biotechnology
Required Education
Bachelors Degree
Position Type
Full time

Job Title:

                     Associate Scientist II - Scorer

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 

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
  • Responsible for slide evaluation for chromosome aberrations, in vitro micronucleus in human peripheral blood, CHO K1 cells, and TK6 cells for in vitro cytogenetics. 
  • Responsible for slide evaluation of chromosome aberrations and micronucleus in rats or mice for in vivo cytogenetics. 
  • 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)

  

 

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 a wide variety of assays or tests required to characterize a product or material safety.

 

  • Make scientific observations, maintain detailed data books/documentation and ensure all documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards and GLP regulations.
  •   Maintain an understanding of technological principles and applications of the organization’s    services.   
  •   Receive instructions on new assignments from the Laboratory Manager or designee and study directors. 
  • Must be able to work with no direct supervision on routine tasks and receive minimal supervision while performing assigned assays.
  • Maintains sterile and good tissue culture techniques.
  •   May also assist in the training of others and can be the technical lead on studies.
  •   .
  • Must also troubleshoot problems and instrument issues and communicate with senior staff and study directors about the current status and next steps for assays.
  • Prepares reagents and dose formulations in accordance with SOPs, study protocols, SOWs and Sponsor instructions
  • Independently conducts assigned test procedures
  • Follows SOPs and relevant compliance regulations in regard to safety procedures, documentation, and scientific responsibility
  • Analyzes data and interprets results with input from senior staff on occasion
  • Contributes ideas and suggestions to improve standard laboratory techniques, protocols, processes and equipment
  • Maintains thorough records as well as perform peer review of colleagues’ records
  • Uses and maintains scientific equipment, instrumentation and computer systems
  • Demonstrates consistently good communication and interpersonal skills with employees, management and clients (where applicable)
  • Ability to make and document scientific observations
  • Keeps the next level manager and Study Directors informed of study status, technical problems and other issues which impact the lab
  • Addresses quality audit findings, generates events and deviations in the quality system.
  • Attend, pre-planning, or operational team meetings a needed. 
  • Assist or perform other job duties as assigned.

 

Professional Responsibilities:

  • Attend continuing education courses or webinars, as appropriate.

 

 

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