Bioanalytical Associate II

Company: Meso Scale Diagnostics LLC
Location: Gaithersburg
Posted on: October 19, 2020

Job Description:

samples such as human serum and plasma

Bioanalytical personnel should feel comfortable handling or being trained to handle BSL-2 samples and work in a Biological Safety Cabinet

The incumbent is also expected to monitor the behaviors of others within the laboratory setting and provide guidance on best practices

* Incumbents may be required to develop and implement SOPs as well as participate as a team member in developing new documentation for the department

* Specific duties may vary depending upon departmental requirements

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's degree in life sciences, protein sciences, cellular/molecular biology, chemistry, bioche mistry , biotechnology, or other related area is required. Master's degree desirable.

Minimum 3 years of work experience (excluding academic internships) in reagent or assay development in an industrial setting is preferred; academic setting considered

* Training in and experience with Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) techniques is highly preferred Experience with running antibody-based assays, developing reagents and products is desirable

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

* Strong scientific fundamentals and analytical background

* Demonstrate understanding and ability to execute assays in a high-th roughput environment with attention to detail and a focus on high-qualit y results. Ability to troubleshoot issues and provide solutions to technical challenges.

* Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with personnel at all levels

* Effectively communicate issues/problems and results that impact timelines, accuracy and reliability of laboratory data

* Proficiency in MS Office suite; familiarity with electronic file management using SharePoint (end user minimum) and MS Excel is necessary

* Ability to multi-task in an environment with changing priorities

* Ability to lift up to 25 lbs

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Up to 75 % of the day may be spent at a lab bench, and may involve repetitive tasks (e.g ., pipetting).

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Laboratory environment working with chemical reagents and performing some Biosafety Level 2 work

May involve handling of BSL-2 materials and organisms including human blood and/or blood products.

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