TekWissen Group is a workforce management provider throughout the USA and many other countries in the world. The below job opportunity is with one of our pharmaceutical and healthcare clients, whose purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people's lives. They use innovative science and technology to address some of society's most challenging healthcare issues. They discover and develop breakthrough treatments and find new ways to deliver them to as many people as possible.
Job Title: Scientific Associate - Chemistry
Work Location: Emeryville, CA, 94608
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 12 Months
Work Type: Onsite
Job Description
The Compound Management and Automation Group (CMAG) in Emeryville enables small molecule drug discovery by providing access to local compound samples and samples provided by external research partners for biological testing.
The group facilitates the transfer of local compound samples to other NIBR sites and also coordinates access to NIBR's corporate compound collection for scientists in Emeryville.
The samples, in various customized formats, are provided to scientists locally and globally on a daily basis.
To achieve these functions, the group maintains and employs multiple storage, liquid handling and plate handling systems that are closely integrated within the NIBR informatics infrastructure.
The group partners closely with the scientists in Emeryville, NIBR Informatics teams, and the Compound Management Groups at the other client sites.
About This Position
Client is looking for a highly motivated individual to be a key contributor in the Compound Management & Automation Group (CMAG).
As a member of the CMAG, the successful candidate will support compound fulfilment, disbursement, operation, development, validation and troubleshooting of laboratory automation systems.
The candidate will evaluate and optimize efficiency in the workflows and validate critical lab automation during the upcoming testing and implementation of new initiatives to update and upgrade CMAG systems.
Key Responsibilities
Support day-to-day compound handling workflows including prioritization and fulfilment of the daily workload, validation of laboratory equipment, management of laboratory supplies and periodic review of Standard Operating Procedures
Serve as first point of contact to assist lab members in troubleshooting a variety of equipment, operational and logistical matters
Support compound management tasks such as manual transfer and weighing of compounds in powder format, compound dissolution, and preparation of compound solutions in plated formats using manual and automated systems
Support the group in the upcoming testing and implementation of new initiatives to update and upgrade both hardware and software components of CMAG operations
Provide lab automation support for liquid handlers, plate handling and screening systems
Work closely with scientists and associates to transfer new assays and methods to automation platforms; provide training in the operation of the systems.
Minimum Requirements
BS or BA degree in chemical or biological sciences or engineering with 3 years of experience in compound management, laboratory automation, or technical laboratory work.
Hands-on experience with activities related to compound management processes, with a practical understanding of inventory management, solution production, quality control methodology, logistics management and service-oriented practices.
Demonstrated troubleshooting skills with laboratory workstation and automation platforms, with particular emphasis on Agilent and Tecan automation platforms, BioMicroLab instrumentation and Mettler-Toledo analytical balances.
Knowledge of Molecular Devices plate readers a plus
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent written, verbal and time management skills
Proven ability to work both as both a team member and individual contributor
Excellent attention to detail, keen observational skills and a commitment to quality
TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.
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Mid-Senior level
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