Scientist II or III - Automation Scientist - FSP
About The Position
Parexel FSP is seeking an Automation Scientist (Scientist II or III) to work as a full-time employee on a long-term assignment on-site at one of their clients located in Rahway, NJ. This role involves supporting pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies by providing qualified and talented technical professionals to aid in the development and delivery of new therapies. The position focuses on automation workflows for high-throughput reaction screening and solid dispensing, as well as maintaining laboratory spaces and assisting in the development and implementation of automation platforms for small-molecule process research and development.
Requirements
- MS or BS degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, biochemical engineering, or related applied science field
- Scientist 2, BS with 1-2 years of relevant experience; MS with no experience
- Scientist 3, BS with 3-5 years of relevant experience; MS with 1-2 years of experience
- At least 1 year of previous laboratory experience
- Hands-on experience with HPLC/UHPLC/MS (ultra / high performance liquid chromatography / mass spectrometry) systems, highly preferred
- Understanding of organic chemistry or materials characterization sufficient to support chemical process development using automation platforms
- Experience handling chemicals
- Experience with wet chemistry techniques
- Strong organizational skills, including the organization and management of shared laboratory spaces
- Strong attention to detail, including careful reading of equipment manuals and effective troubleshooting of new instruments and systems
- High self-motivation and a commitment to continuous improvement
- Strong observational and problem-solving skills
- Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience with robotic or automation platforms in a laboratory setting, highly preferred
- Ideal candidate has an aptitude or desire to learn programming for various robotic platforms and use that skill set to help solve complex chemical problems
- Experience with high-throughput experimentation and analysis
- Programming experience in any language is desired (e.g., Python, C++)
- Mechanically inclined, with an aptitude for troubleshooting
Responsibilities
- Executing automation workflows for high-throughput reaction screening activities as well as solid-dispensing.
- Execute robotic workflow for high throughput execution and analysis
- Maintain the laboratory space, including stocking supplies, keeping work areas tidy, and managing waste containers
- Assist in the development and implementation of automation platforms for small-molecule process research and development
Benefits
- full benefits
- sick time
- 401(K)
- paid holidays
- paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
