Entry Level Associate Scientist Compound Logistics

Compound Logistics

Job description

Spectrix Analytical Services, LLC is searching for a candidate for a full-time permanent entry level to support a Compound Logistics team for a large pharmaceutical client in Spring House, PA.

Job Responsibilities

• Registration, weighing, storing, and inventory maintenance of small molecule compounds.
• Operation of automated laboratory equipment (ex. liquid handling instrumentation) to create compound testing plates.
• Execute work across liquid handlers, laboratory automation, plate readers, and mass spectrophotometers.
• Troubleshooting and recovery of basic instrumentation errors.
• Running routine QC operation and data analysis
• Process sample requests for distribution and maintain proper documentation.
• Label and track compounds for storage and shipment label compounds
• Logistical support for project teams including documentation management, shipping, and receiving of disposables and compounds, and communication with global partners.
• Shipping of requested compounds throughout R&D departments
• Adheres to corporate standards for laboratory safety, including proper use of personal protective equipment and proper operation of safety enclosures and other equipment.
• Conduct work according to standard SOPs and consistently deliver high quality data within timelines to support drug discovery R&D.
• Maintain excellent experimental records that accurately describe individual steps in laboratory electronic notebook in compliance with company policies and standards.
• Assist with laboratory hardware and software fault diagnosis and perform hands-on troubleshooting, repairs and calibrations for laboratory automation, computer systems, and stand-alone instruments.
• Preparation of compound samples for testing in cellular and biochemical assays.
• Potential future responsibilities: Assist with transition of manual workflows onto automated assay systems and optimize existing automated processes and platforms to improve efficiency, throughput, robustness and quality.
• Potential future cross-training: Support day-to-day operational activities related to shipping.
• Potential future cross-training: Troubleshooting of laboratory automation and cellular and biochemical assays to ensure delivery of consistent and high-quality data.

Qualifications

A minimum of B.S. degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Engineering, or equivalent science major is required with 0-1 years of related experience is desired.

• Good hand-eye coordination and the ability to work at the lab bench for extended periods of time are required.
• The individual should be well organized and detail oriented, with the ability to work under tight deadlines that may be altered by rapidly changing priorities.
• The individual should have good communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Experience with lab automation is preferred but not required.

*Spectrix offers flexible schedules, competitive salaries, and a committed work environment to its employees; the company provides automatic benefits of life insurance and short and long term disability insurance. Optional benefits for full time employees include health, dental, and vision insurance, college loan assistance, and an employer matched retirement savings plan. Spectrix is not a placement agency.

Spectrix is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Spectrix complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

• Spectrix is participating in the E-Verify program of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (phone number: 888-897-7781, and website: www.dhs.gov/E-Verify).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you legally eligible to work in the US for any employer without sponsorship, now and anytime in the future?
• What is the highest level of education you have completed?

Ability to Commute:

• Ambler, PA 19002 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $28