Biologist II

Bureau Veritas•Indianapolis, IN

2d•$26 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Biologist II is responsible for helping to develop innovative, game-changing therapies for the treatment of neuro-pain diseases and their associated complications through molecular and cellular biochemical assays.

Requirements

Master’s or Bachelor’s in Biology, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, or closely related field
Minimum of one (1) year of experience with biochemical techniques.
Minimum of one (1) year of experience with data analysis.
Experience with or willingness to learn/perform in-vivo rodent tissue collection.
Demonstrated ability to perform complex biochemical assays and deliver data in a timely and consistent manner.
Extensive experience in molecular and biochemistry techniques
Written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively in a group setting, with colleagues and clients
Organizational and time management skills
Ability to perform multiple tasks
Ability to organize and prioritize workload to meet or exceed deadlines
Individual and Team work ethic
Proficiency with Windows, Word & Excel
Attention to detail
Positive attitude, self-motivated, high level of engagement
Champions company values including team engagement
Ability to present both facts and recommendations effectively
Technical problem solving and process improvement skills

Nice To Haves

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above.

Responsibilities

Grow, treat, and transfect mammalian cells to isolate RNA, protein for use in biochemical assays.
Perform standard molecular/cellular techniques, such as BCA, Western blotting, ELISAs.
Perform in-vivo rodent tissue collections and subsequent processing of tissues for use in biochemical assays.
Prepare frozen tissue or formalin fixation paraffin embedding
Conduct tissue microtomy and cryotomy using a vibratome and cryostat
Perform animal tissue processing, basic trimming, and fixation
Conduct confocal microscopy and slide scanning
Perform immunofluorescence and immunohistochemistry
Perform testing independently and with limited to no supervision from management.
Identify, troubleshoot and provide suggested technical solutions to clients and management.
Prepare written technical reports.
Perform basic data analysis as assigned.
Assist with training.
Comply with clients and Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies.
Follows the guidelines set forth by clients and the Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc Quality Manual and Safety / Chemical Hygiene Plan.
Adhere to the requirements of the BV-CPS Quality System.
Other duties as defined by Manager, department needs and workload.