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R&D Technician II

South San Francisco, CA 94080

Posted: 09/25/2024 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 614897 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description


Target PR Range: 24-34/hr
*Depending on experience

Description Details We are seeking a Discovery Operations Associate with experience in the daily operations that will support activities in the compound management lab facilitating the tasks of Biology, Chemistry, DMPK, and Translational Medicine departments. The candidate will be working closely with senior staff members and be accountable for the execution and handling of lab needs, including but not limited to: storage, inventory, distribution, and requesting purchases of supplies. Willing to train candidate.

?Key Accountabilities/Core Job Responsibilities:
· Supports the weekly compound processing including preparation of powders and DMSO stock solutions from in-house chemists, as well as local/international CRO/Collaborators
· Works collaboratively for the shipment/receipt of compounds, including verification, processing, and storage of samples
· Daily compound retrieval and distribution for assay screening and one-off requests from various researchers to ensure on-time delivery to support Discovery departments; will work with automated liquid handlers and other instruments for daily tasks
· Maintenance of compound inventory for short/long term storage
· Keep lab stocked with necessary supplies and request purchase orders as needed

Qualifications/Experience/Education Requirements:
· BS or equivalent degree in chemistry and/or biological sciences with at least 3 years working full time in a laboratory setting either in an academia or industry
· Experience in robotics, such as automated storage systems and operating/programming various liquid handlers to facilitate compound sample processing is preferred
· Working knowledge and experience with inventory/request database systems for compound and biological sample management is highly desirable
· Proficient in common computer applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
· Excellent interpersonal skills, collaborative drive to work with peers, partners, and others, including individuals outside of the team and functional area, to develop important relationships with staff and key stakeholders
· Results and detail-oriented; self-motivated
· Strong organizational skills
· General knowledge of overall drug development process relevant to pharmaceutical and/or biotech organizations

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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.