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This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.
Your role:
As an Associate Scientist 2, within our Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) group in our Rockville, Maryland facility, your activities will support commercial biosafety testing within the organization, specifically using NGS platforms. You are responsible for the scientific integrity of technical work performed in the laboratory, and are required to make scientific observations, maintain detailed workbooks/ documentation and ensure all documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/ industry standards.
- Provide support for the day to day operation of the facility and to contribute to the timely execution of NGS service offerings for our customers.
- Liaise closely with laboratory management, bioinformatics and support staff to ensure internal and external expectations are met or exceeded.
- Perform custom and routine NGS testing in accordance with all SOPs and regulations (cGMP and GLP). You will be expected to lead by example and work collaboratively to advance the application of NGS in the field of biosafety testing.
- Conduct assigned testing independently within constraints of lab scheduling
- Perform testing in accordance with SOPs and regulations (cGMP and GLP)
- Maintain complete and comprehensive records for study integrity
- Make detailed observations, documents results and performs data analysis; Perform peer review of assay batch/lab records to ensure Right First Time (RFT)
- Communicate deviations/events, progress and interim results to Study Management and perform training of laboratory personnel as needed/assigned
Who You Are
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in a scientific discipline (i.e. Biology, Chemistry, etc.) with 6+ months of laboratory experience
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- Bachelor’s degree in scientific discipline (i.e. Biology, Chemistry, etc.) with 1+ years of laboratory experience
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- Associate degree in scientific discipline (i.e. Biology, Chemistry, etc.) with 2+ years of laboratory experience
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- 5+ years of laboratory experience with high school diploma/GED
Preferred Qualifications:
- Broad working knowledge and experience with relevant laboratory practices, techniques, equipment (including automation), materials and mathematical calculations
- Experience working in a regulated environment (GMP/GLP) is critical, but may be gained on-the-job
- Intermediate to advanced skills in applicable computer programs
- Ability to work well independently and in a team environment
- Multi-tasker who can handle multiple high-complexity projects at one time
- Strong molecular biology skills, especially related to NGS. Illumina platform technology experience preferred
- Excellent time management skills and ability to work under minimal supervision
Pay Range for this position - $26/hr - $40/hr
Our ranges incorporate all levels and career types available within this specific role, and are derived from relevant industry market data. Should we decide to make an offer, we will consider several factors, including but not limited to your location, skills, experience, career level, and other job-related factors. This role may offer the following benefits: medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; disability insurance; a 401(k) matching program; paid time off; and paid holidays; among other employee benefits. This role may also be eligible for short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including, but not limited to, cash bonuses.
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