What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scientist I position at Admera Health LLC?
Title: Scientist I
Department: Biopharma Services (Lab)
Location: South Plainfield, NJ
Responsibilities:
Purpose of the Position (brief description of the overall purpose of the position, why it exists): Assist with leading and managing projects for successful delivery
Key work interactions (main interfaces with who the jobholder will have regular contact): Coworkers, Managers, Customers, Vendors
Responsibilities (maximum 8 key tasks and responsibilities of this position):
• Independently perform benchwork on projects to ensure successful product for all workflows.
• Take lead with fellow scientists in troubleshooting workflows.
• Assist in developing new workflows and take lead in improving current workflows.
• Train new associate scientists and scientists on laboratory workflows – documentation, benchwork, maintenance.
• Independently generate reports for results on benchwork and send to relevant customers, when necessary.
• Perform Next Generation based genomic assays on different workflows
• Ex. RNAseq; Whole Genome Sequencing; Whole Exome Sequencing
• Detailed recordkeeping during project progress, procedures, deviations from standard protocols as necessary
• Assist Project Management team to provide technical support to customer
• Collaborate within the group, as well as cross departmental
Qualifications (knowledge, skills, experience, abilities, and other requirements):
• M.S. in Biological Sciences plus 2-3 years of relevant laboratory experience required
• Ph.D. in Biological Scientist preferred
• Highly proficient in Molecular Biology principles and technologies including PCR, molecular cloning, and basic sequence analysis required
• Hands-on experience with Next Generation Sequencing platforms preferred
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, customer-oriented environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written