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Associate Scientist III

Worcester, MA 01604

Posted: 07/10/2023 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 575931 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description

Target PR Range: 31-41/hr
*Depending on experience

The Biomarker team of Quantitative Translational ADME Science (QTAS) is seeking a creative, experienced, and highly motivated scientist (contract) to develop bioanalytical biomarker methods and analyze preclinical/clinical samples to support the discovery and development of novel therapies in multiple therapeutic areas. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in a variety of technologies, including but not limited to ligand binding assays, quantitative PCR, pre-analytics (sample processing steps), etc.

Responsibilities
• Develop, validate, transfer, and troubleshoot robust ligand binding biomarker assays on multiple analytical platforms across a variety of sample matrices with supervision.
• Conduct and document appropriately compliant biomarker sample testing to support non-clinical and clinical studies.
• Develop effective partnerships with discovery, preclinical safety, clinical pharmacology, and project team representatives in a culture of collaboration and innovation to deliver data of high impact timely.
• Evaluate novel, pipeline-enabling, assay technologies to expand capabilities and enhance efficiency.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks in compliance with company policies.

Qualifications
• A minimum of 3 years of experience for people who have a Bachelor’s Degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or other related fields, or 0-1 year of experience for people who have a Master’s degree in related fields.
• Working knowledge of LBA (ELISA, MSD, etc.) biomarker bioanalytical assay development, validation, and sample testing workflows to comply with current regulatory standards and best industry practices.
• Working knowledge in Molecular Biology, especially in DNA/RNA purification and quantitative PCR (qPCR)
• Excellent communication skills, and proven ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated capacity to work in a fast-paced environment with meticulous attention to detail, and an ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.
• Working knowledge of Watson LIMS system is a plus.

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Planet Pharma and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at Planet Pharma, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma.