Research Scientist II
Reaction Biology Corporation•Malvern, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
The Research Scientist, working within the Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) service group, will contribute to the development, optimization, and validation of SPR assays for client orders. This role is responsible for executing experiments on client samples to determine the kinetics and/or affinity of the binding interactions. The Research Scientist II will independently perform laboratory activities, analyze data, troubleshoot technical issues, and collaborate with senior scientists to ensure the successful execution and delivery of client projects.
Requirements
- Master of Science degree with > 3 years’ experience in biological, biochemical, and/or pharmaceutical sciences; Bachelor with > 7 years’ experience
- Over 5 years of lab experience or equivalent
- Familiarity with SPR instrumentation (Biacore, Carterra, etc.) and techniques
- Ability to work independently and in teams
- Good organizational and time management skills
Responsibilities
- Prepare reagents accurately
- Support complex research projects
- Instrument maintenance and cleaning
- Sample storage and organization
- Dock and store sensor chips
- Prepare lab protocols for both routine and new lab procedures and reagent preparation
- Routine sensor chip preparation utilizing standard surface chemistries
- Routine assay plate set-up
- Use Biacore Insight Control and Evaluation software for method making, run execution, and data analysis
- Troubleshoot problems and develop solutions
- Identify issues with lab equipment
- Good laboratory practices, including lab safety
- Advise junior lab personnel on procedures and basic techniques
- Assist with training new lab personnel
- Perform standard lab calculations accurately
- Other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
