Scientist, Microbiology

Position Summary - R&D Scientist

Responsible for experimental set-up, execution and data analysis. Handles reagents preparation, including human blood and sterile body fluids. Prepares buffers, solutions, and samples for testing. Ensures that the project results are effectively documented and compliant with the company quality assurance and design control procedures. Provides protocols and procedures for the project team. Writes reports. Provides technical assistance. Performs other duties as assigned.

 Position Duties

1. Responsible for experimental set-up, execution and data analysis.

2. Handles reagents preparation, including human blood and sterile body fluids.

3. Prepares buffers, solutions, and samples for testing.

4. Ensures that the project results are effectively documented and compliant with the company quality assurance and design control procedures.

5. Provides protocols and procedures for the project team.

6. Writes reports.

7. Provides technical assistance.

8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related scientific field, Microbiology or Biology preferred.

Preferred Education, Training and Experience:

• Fields of Knowledge: Microbiology preferred, Biology, Clinical Microbiology, or Medical Technology

• Experience with antibiotic susceptibility testing and interpretation of manual and reference methods preferred.

• Practical experience in assay or test product laboratory setup, aseptic technique, and basic microbiology technique.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Continuously upholds and reflects the core ethical principles and values that bioMérieux promotes.

• Ability to cooperate with others at all levels including leadership.

• Practice time management to allocate tasks, balance priorities, and meet deadlines efficiently.

• Effective written communication skills.

• Maintains a very high team cohesion team performance and problem-solving.

• Clear determination to demonstrate self-awareness and respect for others.

• Demonstrates commitment to continuous improvement and high-quality work.

• Demonstrates professional awareness and self-protection practices.

• Demonstrates self-control, analytical thinking, flexibility, information seeking.

• Demonstrates novel and critical thinking.

Working Conditions (Summary)

Ability to remain in stationary position, either sitting or standing, for prolonged periods — Yes

Ability to move about to accomplish tasks or move from one worksite to another — Yes

Ability to move objects up to 50 pounds in all directions — Yes

Travel percentage: 10% total 

Position in lab-based and field/lab work practices for working with laboratory biohazards and chemical hazards. Minimum PPE required is lab coat, safety glasses, gloves and closed toe shoes.