What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Research Scientist position at Smithers PDS LLC?
Smithers Pharmaceutical Development Services in Gaithersburg, MD is actively seeking an Associate Research Scientist to join our team. The candidate should bring a keen curiosity and desire to take a key role in development, validation and sample analysis studies. Experience in cell culture and conducting cell-based bio-assays is highly desired. Relocation expenses will not be provided.
The qualifications for this role are:
- BS/BA with at least 3 years experience, an MS with 1 year experience, or a recent PhD award
- Experience supporting bioanalytical validation studies
- Experience with troubleshooting assays
- Ability to assist with training and provide technical guidance to more junior scientists as needed
- Prior CRO and GLP, GCP, and/or CLIA experience a plus
- Experience with automated laboratory systems and Watson LIMS a plus
- Experience in drafting SOPs a plus
Corporate Responsibilities:
- Adherence to laboratory health and safety procedures
- Adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Adherence to applicable company policies and guidelines
- Adherence to federal and/or local regulations, as applicable
- Ensures appropriate reporting when there is reason to believe compliance with regulations, policies, guidelines, SOPs, quality, or other criteria are not being observed or enforced
- Ensure materials and equipment are maintained
Standard Requirements:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficient in advanced computer applications including MS Word, Excel, statistical programs, and Watson LIMS database
- Able to work independently and manage priorities, as well as operate as a team member
- Must be solution oriented and open to input
- Must be able to comfortably and successfully operate in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities
- Must be able to collaborate and partner at all levels of the organization to accomplish deliverables and meet quality standards
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