Associate Scientist

MESO SCALE DIAGNOSTICS, LLC. • Gaithersburg, MD

16h • $78,100 - $116,200 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for designing and executing experiments and analyzing the resulting data in support of reagent and assay development projects with minimal supervision. This is a laboratory-based position responsible for advancing research and/or development objectives focused on leading-edge biomarker measurements and technology.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, or related area is required.
• A minimum of four (4) years of related work experience is required, including hands-on laboratory experience.
• Experience with running antibody-based assays, developing reagents and product development is required.
• Strong knowledge of scientific fundamentals with an analytical background.
• Advanced knowledge of immunoassay technology.
• Demonstrated aptitude for learning of and adhering to standard laboratory techniques and safety precautions.
• Solid communication (written and verbal) skills regardless of the format (e.g., documents, public speaking situations, presentations, etc.).
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple and often changing priorities and issues of varying complexity, while meeting time-sensitive deadlines and deliverables.
• Attention to detail with demonstrated commitment to excellence and performance.
• Demonstrated propensity to be creative, collaborative, proactive, and self-motivated in the execution and completion of assigned tasks.
• Ability to work both independently and as an effective team member.
• Ability to execute complex experiments and to identify issues and propose/execute troubleshooting.
• Strong data analysis skills. Proficient in MS Excel. Working knowledge of statistics.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree is preferred.
• Training in and experience with Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) techniques is preferred.
• Knowledge of GraphPad Prism and SharePoint is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Designs and executes experiments, implements plans and performs troubleshooting with minimal supervision, and implements solutions to issues as needed.
• Analyzes data using spreadsheets and graphing software. Prepares clear and concise presentations, including thoughtful summaries and recommendations for next steps. Presents to peer and supervisor review groups.
• Leads and participates in general lab maintenance initiatives including but not limited to maintaining laboratory supplies and equipment, maintaining electronic inventory list database, physical inventory, processing/aliquotting/vialing/labeling materials, and preparing and maintaining reagent inventories.
• May be selected to monitor and report on the infrastructure of a particular lab or functional area.
• Specific duties may vary depending upon departmental requirements.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with prescription benefits.
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• flexible spending accounts
• company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• employee assistance program.
• fitness club membership contribution
• pet insurance
• identity theft protection
• home and auto insurance discounts
• optional supplemental life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level