Scientist II - Molecular Biology

About the role

• Work Schedule
• First Shift (Days)
• Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

About the role

This is a fully onsite role based at our Global Central Laboratory in Highland Heights, KY. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided for this position, and any relocation costs will be the responsibility of the candidate.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.

Available Shift: 1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM ET

The Scientist II performs, reviews, and interprets complex, esoteric, and routine laboratory analyses using manual, automated, and/or microscopic methods. This role involves analyzing and evaluating individual and related laboratory data, recognizing patterns or trends that suggest the significance of results, and determining their clinical relevance.

The Specialist II authors and modifies Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and acts as a mentor to newer employees. Additionally, the Specialist II interacts regularly with non-laboratory departments and assists with administrative duties as requested by laboratory management.

What You'll Do

• Perform, review, and interpret complex, esoteric, and routine analyses by manual, automated, and/or microscopic means.
• Integrate analytical results with specific and highly varied clinical trial protocols to evaluate credibility, appropriateness and accuracy of test results in order to facilitate entry or exclusion of subjects from research programs.
• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair clinical laboratory equipment, including routine preventative maintenance, calibrations, and safety checks.
• Recognize and pursue instrument problems and resolutions and independently evaluate and take appropriate course of action necessary to produce accurate patient information when major instrument problems occur.
• Evaluate analytical reagents, calibrators, and QC standards to ensure the accuracy of analytical results.
• Evaluate quality control procedures, evaluate results, and implement corrective action when indicated. Perform ongoing statistical data analysis to detect trends and problems and undertake corrective action.
• Run comparison studies for precision, accuracy, and linearity on new or existing assays or instruments. Assist with design and implementation of new procedures and the modification of existing procedures.
• Regularly provide instruction for new employees and students in the theory and practice of laboratory medicine and the interpretation of results. Serve in a mentor to team members, providing guidance and reviewing and checking work.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a biological, chemical, clinical, or medical laboratory science, or medical technology
• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 2+ years’)

Additional information

In some cases an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Excellent critical thinking skills
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to retain knowledge in various laboratory units and train new employees
• Ability to adapt to changes in workflow, unusual circumstances, and high pressure and time sensitive environments
• Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment

Working Conditions and Environment

• Work is performed in an office and/or a laboratory and/or a clinical environment with exposure to electrical equipment.
• Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms. Must be comfortable working in a Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) laboratory environment.
• Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, lab coats and gloves.
• Exposure to fluctuating and/or extreme temperatures on rare occasions.

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