Scientist I

Bioivt • Kansas City, KS

5d

About The Position

BioIVT is a leading global provider of research models and value-added research services for drug discovery and development. We specialize in control and disease-state biospecimens, including human and animal tissues, cell products, blood and other biofluids. Our unmatched portfolio of clinical specimens directly supports precision medicine research, aiming to improve patient outcomes by coupling comprehensive clinical data with donor samples. As the premier supplier of hepatic products, including hepatocytes and subcellular fractions, BioIVT enables scientists to better understand the pharmacokinetics and drug metabolism of newly discovered compounds and their effects on disease processes. By combining our technical expertise, exceptional customer service and unparalleled access to biological specimens, BioIVT serves the research community as a trusted partner in elevating science. The Scientist I will independently conduct routine protocol driven laboratory experiments and under general supervision conduct non-routine protocol driven laboratory experiments. In this role the Scientist I, will perform laboratory functions including diluting, labeling, and dispensing of biological samples, reagent solution preparation, laboratory upkeep, maintain inventory of supplies, and proper cleaning. They may also conduct administration functions including but not limited to routine Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) review and revision, and basic new hire laboratory training with minimal supervision.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S./B.A.) in a biological or chemical science or related field with 1 or more years laboratory experience preferred, or combination of experience and education.
• Proficiency with MS Office and scientific software (e.g., Prism, MatLab, Flow Cytometry Analysis).
• Experience designing, executing, and analyzing laboratory experiments.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with cell culture and analytical methods (DNA/RNA/protein analysis, primary cell isolation).
• Strong data analysis, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with GLP, GDP, and EHS standards.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with analyses of sequencing or other -omics data is a plus

Responsibilities

• Independently conducts routine laboratory procedures and under general supervision conduct non-routine laboratory procedures.
• Review and verify the accuracy and validity of processed data and communicate errors.
• Conduct routine laboratory functions including diluting, labeling, and dispensing of biological samples, reagent solution preparation, cell culture maintenance, laboratory upkeep, maintain inventory of supplies, and proper cleaning.
• Follow strict adherence to all study protocols, adhering to appropriate compliance regulations and SOPs.
• Maintain laboratories and equipment, appropriate logs, records, study notebooks and administrative records.
• Ensure compliance with annual SOP, safety, and GLP training.
• Become qualified on relevant SOPs as provided by trainer/supervisor.
• Under direct supervision, serve as a writer, reviewer, or owner of SOPs.
• Respond swiftly and appropriately to study and in house quality assurance audits.
• Under general supervision troubleshoot concerns with experiments, laboratory instruments or software and communicate to laboratory team lead, supervisor and study director.
• Serve as laboratory trainer.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, hospital indemnity and accident insurance.
• a generous retirement plan with a company match.
• competitive time-off policies
• a collaborative environment that promotes growth from within.
• company-sponsored events for the entire team!

What This Job Offers

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