R&D Associate Scientist

Avantor • Bridgewater, NJ

4h • $57,500 - $92,575 • Onsite

About The Position

The Opportunity: Avantor , a Global Fortune 500 company, is looking for a dedicated R&D Associate Scientist to optimize our Biopharma Production organization. This Bridgewater, NJ/ Innovation Center role is full-time, on-site. What we are looking for: Minimum Education: BS/BA in a scientific discipline Required Experience (1+ yrs): Direct laboratory course work Scientific laboratory experience With the operation and routine maintenance of laboratory instruments and troubleshooting procedures in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manufacturing experience Basic collaboration skills (IE: Microsoft Office) Performing routine qualitative and quantitative laboratory & pilot scale production procedures following all safety protocols and Good laboratory Practices (GLP) as defined by Avantor’s customer(s) Preferred Experience: Supporting pilot plant production & maintenance activities Working knowledge of experimental laboratory instruments and scientific products Understanding and following scientific protocols, policies and procedures With safe laboratory practices and procedures Working in a GLP/GMP facility Working with single-use bioreactors Preparing experiments and samples for analysis Analyzing and accurately reporting results to contribute to scientific meetings and project outcomes How you will thrive and create an impact: Avantor’s Biopharma Production organization is responsible for high-quality products suitable for a multitude of analytical applications and works side-by-side with Scientists around the world to enable breakthroughs in medicine, healthcare, and technology. Our biopharma manufacturing solutions support the development and production of life-changing treatments for patients around the world. In addition, our expertise and solutions, reliable products, digital solutions, innovation and manufacturing facilities help make life-changing possibilities a reality. Working from Avantor’s futuristic Innovation Center, the R&D Associate Scientist will be a member of a multi-disciplinary team of scientists focused on the development of new biopharma products. With the ability to learn and adapt, the R&D Associate Scientist will bring a strong sense of urgency, initiative, and drive for results while prioritizing tasks, problem solving, and meeting deadlines. While performing duties with the highest regard for safety and quality the R&D Associate Scientist will:

Requirements

• BS/BA in a scientific discipline
• Direct laboratory course work
• Scientific laboratory experience
• With the operation and routine maintenance of laboratory instruments and troubleshooting procedures in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Manufacturing experience
• Basic collaboration skills (IE: Microsoft Office)
• Performing routine qualitative and quantitative laboratory & pilot scale production procedures following all safety protocols and Good laboratory Practices (GLP) as defined by Avantor’s customer(s)

Nice To Haves

• Supporting pilot plant production & maintenance activities
• Working knowledge of experimental laboratory instruments and scientific products
• Understanding and following scientific protocols, policies and procedures
• With safe laboratory practices and procedures
• Working in a GLP/GMP facility
• Working with single-use bioreactors
• Preparing experiments and samples for analysis
• Analyzing and accurately reporting results to contribute to scientific meetings and project outcomes

Responsibilities

• Setup and conduct experiments
• Be responsible for the accurate execution of laboratory experiments, pilot scale production and contribution to the design of scientific procedures.
• Aid in the development of scientific discovery and support Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for Avantor’s customers.
• Manage laboratory equipment
• Follow protocols under the direction of a senior management
• Conform to all customer requirements for background checks, health and safety issues, security clearances and medical checkups
• Work independently and manage responsibilities while following scientific direction

Benefits

• Avantor offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness programs, health savings and flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, and an employee stock purchase program.
• Employees also receive 11 paid holidays, accrue 18 PTO days annually, are eligible for volunteer time off and 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave (except in states that offer paid family leave).

What This Job Offers

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