Research Biologist II

$38 per hour with medical benefits available at a cost

1 year initial contract

Onsite laboratory position located in Worcester, MA.

First shift

Orion Group and our largest US client have an exciting contract opportunity for Biologists in Worcester, MA!!! We are seeking experienced Biologists to be involved in pre-clinical sample analysis using a ligand binding assay.

Apply today and take the first step towards working with a market leading pharmaceutical company!!

The main responsibilities of the Biologist II

involve pre-clinical sample analysis using a ligand binding assay. Sample and reagent management using electronic tools such as Laboratory Information Management System (rLIMS) and others. Sample preparation and analysis utilizing hybrid manual and automated systems to generate high quality bioanalytical data. Reporting results to project teams which enable Pharmacokinetic and Pharmacodynamic analysis.

Daily Duties & Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute experiments based on bioanalytical protocol and in vivo study design.
• Analyze pre-clinical in vivo samples based on operational schedule.
• Qualify ligand binding assay based on bioanalysis protocol, interpret result, and make decision on assay readiness.
• Data archiving in ELN and LIMS.
• Effectively communicate experimental plan and results orally and in writing. Contribute to technical report writing and day-to-day lab operations.
• Sample management and sample data QC in LIMS.
• Write, and update experimental protocols and procedures.
• Initiate, design, interpret, troubleshoot operational assay independently and efficiently.

Position Requirements:

• BS or MS degree in biology, chemistry, or pharmacology.
• 3-5 years of pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology industry experience.
• 1-3 years of experience will be considered for Biologist I
• Attention to detail, experience performing lab testing, independent, and self-motivated.
• Ability to properly use common lab tools such as pipettes.
• Ability to operate and maintain laboratory equipment independently.
• Experience with lab automation is highly desirable.
• Experience with ligand binding workflow is required.
• Experience in data driven troubleshooting is highly desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to draft technical reports.
• Proficiency with computers and data analysis software including Excel and LIMS
• Ability and willingness to work effectively in a highly collaborative and multidisciplinary environment.

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.