The Associate Scientist will support the Discovery Services in contract research services to advance new pharmaceutical candidate testing. This position is primarily responsible for routine laboratory assays, mammalian tissue culture, and site equipment support.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Perform work in a laboratory setting, meeting the physical job requirements of a lab roleConduct production assays employing molecular biology and other relevant methodsMaintain mammalian, bacterial, insect cell culture in a BSL2 laboratory, and adhere to cleanroom guidelines and aseptic technique, according to protocolsGenerate data by performing lab assays in Biotherapeutic Services and other Panlabs units if requiredContribute to scientific community, and site research and development objectivesSupport internal and external communication regarding handling and shipping of samples for BiotherapeuticsReceive deliveries for Biotherapeutics, sort and distribute supplies, as required. Complete associated receiving documentationApply and demonstrate proficiency in electronic notebook and/or record-keepingPerform data calculations and analysis using various electronic platforms, e.g. Excel, GraphPad Prism, etc. and provides QC review of data and project reportsSupport the site's equipment management programComplete required training and support 100% of Employee Health and Safety requirementsDemonstrate proficiency with, care and maintenance of department equipment and assetsConduct responsible use of confidential IT and business systems, as requiredAdhere to department SOP's and documentation requirements, maintain accurate data management and reporting. Create departmental DQs and SOP's as neededParticipate in departmental audits to comply with quality standardsPerform work in a laboratory with physical job requirements of the rolePrepare and manage inventory of buffers, reagents, media, semi-finished and finished goodsSupport unit goals and demonstrate Eurofins’ competencies, as defined in the job planProvide training to colleagues and external end users, when requiredWork effectively in a team environment, under minimum direction, to achieve business key performance metrics of quality and delivery on timeAdjust work hours and provide cross-functional support to other departments, as required, and maintain accountability in delivering to client needs/timelinesRoutinely communicate project updates to internal and external clientsPerform other duties, as assigned
