Bioanalytical Associate

MESO SCALE DIAGNOSTICS, LLC. • Gaithersburg, MD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Bioanalytical Associate is responsible for handling biological samples, reagents, and materials in support of sample testing and method validation projects. This is a laboratory-based position whose primary function is executing various types of assays with relatively high throughput in support of bioanalytical projects, under direct supervision.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or other related scientific discipline is required.
• Additional experience can be substituted for degree requirement.
• Ability to work in a relatively high throughput laboratory environment with excellent attention to detail and a focus on high-quality results
• Aptitude for learning and adhering to standard laboratory techniques and safety precautions as presented
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with all levels of employees as well as other parties/stakeholders involved with the company
• Effectively communicate issues/problems and results that impact timelines, accuracy and reliability of laboratory data
• Basic level knowledge of MS Office suite; familiarity with electronic file management using SharePoint (end user)
• Ability to multi-task in an environment with changing priorities

Nice To Haves

• Training in and experience with Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) techniques is highly preferred
• Experience with running immunoassays/ligand-binding assays is preferred
• Training in and experience with GLP and/or GCLP is preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform sample analysis under supervision and in consultation with Bioanalytical Principal Investigator (BPI)
• Perform method validation testing under supervision and in consultation with BPI
• Perform lot qualification of assay reagents under supervision
• Complete test records in compliance with MSD’s Good Documentation Practices (GDP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Good Clinical Laboratory (GCLP) requirements, applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and study plans
• Perform peer review of test records generated by other testing staff for GDP compliance
• Perform sample aliquoting
• Perform general maintenance of lab equipment
• Perform materials/reagent inventory
• Adhere to all laboratory safety policies and procedures including proper use of all required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times
• Adhere to applicable principles of Good Laboratory Practice and Good Clinical Laboratory Practice

Benefits

• At MSD, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and financial security. In addition to competitive salaries, our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with prescription benefits.
• We provide a 401(k) plan with company matching, flexible spending accounts, and company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance as well as group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Our offerings also encompass paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and paid parental leave, along with an employee assistance program.
• Additional voluntary perks include a fitness club membership contribution, pet insurance, identity theft protection, home and auto insurance discounts, and optional supplemental life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees