Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: QC Associate Scientist
Location: St. Louis, MO, 63118
Duration:11+ months (Possibilities of Extension)
Work Shift: Mon - Fri
Training 8 am – 5 pm (some flex after - start 6-9 am)
Notes:
- We are looking for someone that can help with support functions for the lab and high throughput product testing.
- Test methods would include pH, conductivity, specific gravity/density, gel electrophoresis, ultrapures, and titrations
- Experience with micropipettes. ELISA, Immunology Testing, PCR preferred
- SAP preferred Recent Grad Degree in Bio/Chem preferred
- 5/6 hours at bench running tests
The ideal candidate would possess the following skills or experiences:
- Ability to work independently
- Excellent time management skills
- Reading/interpreting Safety Data Sheets
- Demonstrated ability to use micropipettes (10 ul to 1 ml) Demonstrated ability to use analytical balances Basic scientific calculations such as Molarity, dilution schemes
Job Description Summary:
- Evaluate products according to established protocols, provide technical support to others and perform operations in support of the group and department.
Essential Job Functions:
- Safely perform operations to meet quality expectations.
- Ensure quality throughout the process.
- Provide complete and accurate records consistent with quality guidelines.
- Perform and interpret analytical evaluations of products and intermediates.
- Complete the volume of work required to achieve group/departmental goals and meet deadlines.
- Perform multi-disciplined, established processes, assays, and/or unit operations.
- Accurately perform procedure independently.
- Communicate the status of operations and bring deviations to the attention of supervisor.
- Perform routine troubleshooting with assistance from lab subject matter experts.
- Participate in process improvements under the guidance of a supervisor or subject matter experts.
- Take the necessary action to resolve any unsafe conditions.
- Assure you are adequately trained to perform tasks/assignments.
- Clean-up equipment and working areas during and after operations.
- Contribute to support functions of the lab (e.g., maintain equipment, prepare reagents, restock lab supplies, waste disposal).
- Ensure all applicable logbooks have been filled out completely as required by current procedures.
- Interact with other departments as needed.
- Participate as needed in quality audits.
Requirements:
- BA/BS in the life/ physical sciences or 3+ years of relevant lab experience Knowledge and experience with a variety of molecular, immuno, enzyme kinetics, and/or cell testing techniques preferred
- 1+ years of previous lab experience preferred
- Ability to perform scientific calculations preferred Strong time management skills Ability to multi-task Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to self-motivate and meet deadlines Logical approach to problem solving Attention to detail Strong computer skills Ability to thrive within a team atmosphere Experience with SAP preferred Ability to identify and communicate process improvement ideas is preferred
ADDITIONAL LOCAL NEEDS:
- Chemical environment-Must be able to perform tasks while wearing personal protective equipment such as respirator or chemical protective clothing for extended periods.
- May require occasional lifting and pushing of up to 80 pounds.
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