Principal Function: 

• Scientist I performs analytical tests and experiments in support of biotech research projects. Operates laboratory equipment and instruments. Utilizes scientific software to interpret and record test results. Experienced with standard chemistry and molecular biology lab practices and techniques. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work with a supervisor for troubleshooting
• Designs and executes assays that complement the company's capabilities in custom critical reagents to enable clients to efficiently make data-driven decisions for optimal analytical outcomes to support biotherapeutic drug development. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists with drug discovery through nonclinical/clinical development.
• Supports team with early phase ADME investigations, reagent optimization, generation of optimal matched pair of antibodies, method qualification, and non-GLP sample analysis.
• Assists team members in the development and qualification of large molecule bioanalytical methods to support a range of nonclinical/clinical studies needs including, but not limited to PK/TK, immunogenicity, biomarkers, etc.
• Performs a variety of assays including conventional Enzyme Linked Immuno Sorbent Assay (ELISA)/Electrochemiluminescence (ELISA/ECL) immunoassays.
• Complete sample analysis and method qualifications
• Troubleshoots existing analytical methods.
• Compiles scientific data (including analysis and technical writing) in an intelligible format suitable for a professional audience.
• Records and notates the experimental processes on time and in a correct documentation format.
• Reports and treats data with prominent level of integrity and ethics.
• Complies with application able regulations (GXP); maintains proper records in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and policies; independently designs and performs scientific experiments with a pre-defined goal including developing new methodologies, protocols, and/or test procedures that contributes to core group research goals and reflect expert knowledge.
•  Maintains laboratory equipment, as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in chemistry preferred, or in a related science.
• One year of direct laboratory experience required, two years of laboratory science preferred.
• ELISA/LIGAND Binding Assay experience strongly preferred.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Ability to adapt and conform to shifting priorities and demands and execute accordingly.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Computer software skills required include Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive, OneNote, SharePoint, and Teams.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand less than 1/3 of  the time.
• Ability to walk less than 1/3 of   the time.
• Ability to sit more than 2/3 of the time.
• Ability to talk or hear from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
• Ability to lift 20 lbs. less than 1/3 of the time.
  
   

Work Environment

• The work environment is in an office/laboratory environment.
• Travel up to 5% percent of the time.
• Frequent use of a computer.
• This position requires working independently, as well as part of a team.
• While performing the duties of this job the noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud and has moderate temperatures.
• Personal protective equipment is required to be worn in designated lab areas: closed-toed shoes, laboratory coat, safety goggles, and gloves.
• This position requires the use of all general office and lab equipment.
• Potential exposure to pathogens.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.