Scientist I, Production

COLE-PARMER INSTRUMENT COMPANY•Buffalo, NY

58d•$50,000 - $600,000

About The Position

Individuals serving in this position will be working in both manufacturing, product development, and QC testing at the ZeptoMetrix business unit. Employees will be trained in a variety of lab techniques specific to the department assigned as well as document generation and completion.

Requirements

4-year B.S. degree required in biology, microbiology, or other life sciences program
Relevant experience in laboratory skills/cGMP preferred. Including but not limited to pipetting, preparing reagents, centrifugation, recording observations, etc.
Understanding of molecular biology techniques
Ability to analyze and interpret data and results
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Strong analytical, problem solving, process improvement skills
Attention to detail
Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities
Thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, efficiently works under pressure, within deadlines or other time essential constraints
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to communicate to all levels of the organization clearly and concisely
Strong work ethic and an ability to excel within a rapidly changing and growing organization
Willingness to cross train and support other teams as needed for our medium sized business.
This position does not have any direct reports but serves as a coach and mentor to peers across the organization.

Responsibilities

Execution of quality system procedures
Proper execution of SOPs and work instructions for manufacturing procedures assigned by supervisor
Ability to work individually as well as part of a team towards completion of specific projects
Use of manufacturing related equipment as required by work instructions and SOPs
Data analysis
Demonstration of sound problem-solving skills and troubleshooting abilities
Adherence to quality systems with special regard to FDA, ISO 13485 and GMP / OSHA compliance
QC testing of components and finished products
Inventory management of materials and supplies
Focus on continual process improvement
Cleaning and maintenance of equipment
Guided experimental design and product testing assigned by supervisor
Preparation of reagents, media, and buffers
Performs other duties as assigned
Test kit assembly including dispensing and product labeling
Use of aseptic technique in a Biosafety Cabinet to perform cell culture, viral infections, harvests, processing, and QC testing for the manufacture of products from raw materials and cell culture components.
Proper use of PPE and safety protocols in BSL-2 and BSL-3 containment laboratories.
Growth and manipulation of multiple microorganisms including bacteria, fungi, parasites, and bacteriophages for product manufacturing.
Use and understanding of molecular biology methods and applications.
Manufacture of molecular controls/panels using aseptic technique.
Operation of real-time PCR equipment and sample to result platforms.