Laboratory Associate I

Maravai LifeSciences • Leland, NC

2h • Onsite

About The Position

Maravai LifeSciences translates extraordinary science into everyday miracles, helping biotech, biopharma, and life sciences companies everywhere deliver novel vaccines, therapeutics, and diagnostics. We are global leaders in providing products and services within the fields of nucleic acid production and biologics safety testing to many of the world's leading biopharma, vaccine, diagnostics, and cell and gene therapy companies. At Maravai, we believe that diverse perspectives are the foundation of innovation. Through an inclusive and equitable culture where every team member is inspired to bring their best selves to work, we cultivate an environment in which we can lead together, providing differentiated value to our customers, and enabling the miracles of science. For over 35 years, Maravai’s portfolio companies have served as a catalyst for innovative, lifesaving technology for humanity. Pioneering nucleotide research since its inception, we are now leading the way in the rapidly expanding mRNA market. Maravai LifeSciences is seeking a #MiracleMaker to join our Custom Development team as a Laboratory Associate I. As a Laboratory Associate I, you will be responsible for lab bench sample preparation, chromatography, large format 2D-electrophoresis, spot counting, data analysis, and report writing and review. Demonstrated working knowledge of lab-based research, method development, testing, custom services life science or pharmaceutical industrial application is preferred. The Laboratory Associate I will execute protocols under the direct supervision of the Director, R&D.

Requirements

• Degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry or similar Life Science
• Associate degree with 2 years or BS and 1 year of biotechnology industry experience
• Experience documenting work in laboratory notebooks; GLP/GDP experience a plus.
• Experience running FPLC; executing protocols and analyzing data a plus
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products; PowerPoint, Excel, Word, …

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated working knowledge of lab-based research, method development, testing, custom services life science or pharmaceutical industrial application is preferred.
• GLP/GDP experience a plus.
• Executing protocols and analyzing data a plus

Responsibilities

• Receive, label, store, and report customer samples.
• Perform chromatography of customer samples via FPLC and 2D-PAGE.
• Analyze 2D-PAGE data with spot counting software and write reports.
• Author SOPs and develop new data analysis tools.
• Maintain lab instruments and consumable steady state levels.
• Maintaining sample inventory and defrosting refrigerators and freezers.
• Dispose of hazardous chemicals in compliance with EHS.
• Place purchase orders via ERP software.
• Record data in lab notebooks and data binders.
• Present data at lab meetings.
• Perform buffer exchange and sample concentrations.
• Develop and optimize workflows.
• Prepare LC solvents in scheduled intervals.
• Perform other functions and duties as required.

Benefits

• You have the potential to change, improve, and save lives around the world.
• You have the opportunity to be a part owner in Maravai through RSU grants and optional employee stock purchase plans.
• We offer comprehensive medical plans and HSA/FSA options.
• Fertility & family planning assistance.
• A variety of additional optional benefits and insurance options, including pet insurance.
• Retirement contributions.
• Holidays & Paid Time Off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree