$63,000 – $86,900SeniorFull Time
Position Summary:
Join a highly technical analytical team in a dynamic work environment where you will participate in contracted client analytical programs as a member of the Analytical Department Team. This role is responsible for executing experimental protocols and performing elementary data analysis for early and late phase programs in the analytical laboratories. The analyst is expected to take direction from their manager, with support and guidance, to effectively fulfill the responsibilities outlined below:
Position Responsibilities:
Performs testing on in-process or drug substance samples using bio-analytical techniques such as (but not limited to) HPLC, SDS-PAGE, SDS-CGE, icIEF, ELISA, UV-Vis, and/or biophysical characterization techniques. Regularly exercises technical discretion in the execution and interpretation of experiments that contribute to project goals.
Makes detailed observations and carries out elementary data analysis.
Understands experiments and conducts troubleshooting analysis.
Maintains and updates knowledge of instrumentation.
Lab notebook, electronic notebook upkeep and writing skills.
Maintains familiarity with current scientific literature; maintains professional expertise through familiarity with scientific literature.
Assures proper labeling, handling, and storage of all chemicals used in the area; assures proper labeling and disposition of hazardous waste in satellite areas; adheres to all safety requirements and follows safe procedures, and attends all required safety and health training, including handling hazardous waste.
Reacts to change productively and handles other essential tasks as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
Senior Research Associate: B.A or B.S. degree in chemistry, biochemistry or related area (or equivalent training) and 3-5 years of experience or a Master's degree and 2-4 years of experience.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis
Salary Range: $63,000-$86,900
Salary range provided per current averages and expectations. The salary and job title for this opening will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience and may be outside this range. KBI has a robust total rewards strategy which includes an annual bonus structure for all employees, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid PTO and holidays, 401K matching with 100% vesting upon hire and employee recognition programs.
KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.
I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma, Inc. to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either KBI Biopharma, Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma, Inc. has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.
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