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Scientist - I (Assistant)

Upper Gwynedd, PA 19446

Posted: 11/13/2023 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 592138 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description


Target Pay Rate: 22-25.38/hr **salary will be commensurate with experience 

Job Description: 

Scientist/Engineer - Setup process equipment for lab-scale experiments * Prepare laboratory reagents, solutions and culture media * Perform lab-scale downstream processing of vaccine process intermediates * Perform process monitoring assays * Analyze, collate, track, and report data back to client staff members * Maintain records and test results following good laboratory practices (GLP) * Work independently and efficiently * Document work clearly and perform tests accurately * Communicate effectively with client staff members. Ideal candidate would be able to occasionally work flexible hours

Qualifications:
Education: B.S. in Bio/Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or related science • 0-3 years work experience • At least six months related laboratory experience preferably performing biologics purification steps • General laboratory skills, experience with pipettes • Experience with chromatography or membrane operations such as tangential flow filtration is preferred • Experience using formulas and linking spreadsheets in Excel • Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude • Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies. NOTE ** Position focus is Biochemical Engineering (versus biochemistry, pharmaceutical research, etc). Chemical Engineers, Biochemical Engineers and Biomedical engineers would be a fit. Summer/Intern experience or undergrad research experience outside of course work is preferable – ideally would like to see at least some experience listed.

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.

Planet Pharma is an equal opportunity employer. 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.