Job Description
Scientist II
Pay Rate Range : $50.00 / hr. - $55.24 / hr.
Location : Alameda, California 94502
Target Pay Rate : $55.24 / hr.
Duration : 3 Months
Onsite
Shift (if applicable) : M-F 8 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM
JOB DESCRIPTION
SUMMARY / JOB PURPOSE :
The Scientist II will be joining the Biotherapeutics Translational Pharmacology team to support our research programs. This position is primarily responsible for developing, optimizing and reporting out data for Bioanalytical assays for Antibody Drug Conjugates (ADC) to include ELISA, LC-MS and hybrid LC-MS techniques. This job will require the candidate to have excellent organization, communication, and teamwork skills, as well as flexibility and versatility, to meet tight deadlines in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Responsible for running analytical samples from nonclinical PK studies using ELISA, LC-MS and hybrid LC-MS techniques
- Operation and troubleshooting of automated instrumentation
- Collaborates with Biotherapeutics team members to support project advancement.
- Maintains electronic laboratory notebook in a complete, consistent, and timely manner in accordance with company intellectual property policies and practices.
- Prepares and organizes data for presentation. May present data and status reports at individual, group, and departmental research meetings under general supervision.
- Adherence to excellent health and safety practices and compliance with applicable EH&S safety rules and participates in mandatory safety training programs.
- Other responsibilities as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :
No supervisory responsibilitiesEDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS :
Education :
Bachelor's degree in related discipline and a minimum of four years of related experience; orMaster's degree in related discipline and a minimum of two years of related experience; or,Equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience :
Drug discovery experience is necessary with hands-on bioanalytical assay development with an excellent understanding of fundamental processes.Experience with ELISA, LC-MS and Hybrid LC-MS is requiredExperience using WinNonlin and PRISM applications are preferred.Knowledge / Skills :
Highly self-motivated with exceptional attention to detail is required.Thorough knowledge of activities related to bioanalytical assay development and data generationExcellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to follow written instructions and SOPs.Ability to multi-task and excellent time management skills.Excellent work ethic, working effectively in both a team environment and independently.Thorough proficiency in MS Word, MS PowerPoint and MS Excel is required.WORKING CONDITIONS :
Primarily working in laboratory and office environment.Potential handling of hazardous materials, and brief periods of working in both 4°C and -20°C environments.May be required to work weekends as needed.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.