Biologist II - Indianapolis, IN

Overview:

 
Position Title: Analyst II
Business Title: Biologist II (Immunotoxicity/Immunogenicity)
Entity: Consumer Products Services Division
Department: ATL
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Reports to: Manager
FLSA: Non-Exempt 
Compensation Range: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour (e.g., the job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, and actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as locations, education, experience, and skillset). 

Hours Worked: Typically, Monday through Friday, forty-hours per week. Must be flexible to meet the needs of the department and complete other projects as assigned. This is a fixed duration position for 1 year with possibility to extend further.

Position Summary:
This position is responsible for performing testing, producing and reporting accurate data. Responsibilities include general lab duties and maintenance as well as reading and interpreting standards and regulations, setting up tests, monitoring progress and recording data 

Duties and Responsibilities:

 
•    Understand and adhere to standards for appropriate test methods and SOP’s. 
•    Prepare a variety of samples for testing using prescribed testing methods, following testing standards / specifications. 
•    Perform quality and safety checks on samples submitted prior to testing. 
•    Conducts testing on a variety of samples using prescribed testing methods, following testing standards / specifications appropriate to the sample. 
•    Performs testing in coordination with internal and external contacts, coworkers, and supervision from management 
•    Able to troubleshoot with N+1 for any client issues or questions with the aim of enhancing client satisfaction and improving client relations. 
•    Accurately report and record test data in electronic notebook or handwritten notebooks as needed in a timely manner 
•    Prepare a variety of equipment for testing using prescribed standards / specifications 
•    Report safety, instrument and technical issues to the appropriate contacts.  
•    Prepare a variety of equipment for testing using prescribed standards / specifications 
•    Maintain supplies, lab cleanliness and analytical instrumentation, as required. 
•    Prepare stock solutions, and keeping shelves and reagent stocked. 
•    Maintain up to date knowledge of current methods and products to be tested. 
•    Follow the guidelines set forth with clients and in the Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc Quality, Health, Safety, Security and Environmental policies and procedures. 
•    Comply with clients and Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies. 
•    Follows the guidelines set forth in by clients and the Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc Quality Manual and Safety / Chemical Hygiene Plan. 
•    Adhere to the requirements of the BV-CPS Quality System. 
•    Other duties as defined by Manager, department needs and workload. 
•    Performs testing independently and with limited supervision from management. 
•    Identify, troubleshoot and provide suggested technical solutions to clients and management 
•    Prepares written technical reports. 
•    Perform basic data analysis as assigned 
•    Assist with training 
•    Perform immunoassays and/or cell based assays to support Immunosafety/Immunogenicity group assessments
•    Follow scientific protocols for the execution of specific immune mediated assays
•    Use immunological techniques such as cell culture, ELISA and flow cytometry to characterize immune responses to biotherapeutics
•    Maintain and operate standard laboratory equipment including centrifuges, pipettes, spectrophotometers, ELISA readers, as well as specialized equipment necessary to support the laboratory
•    Record data in Electronic Lab Notebooks
•    Knowledge of analyzing data with familiarity to Excel and other analytical techniques
•    PBMC (Peripheral blood mononuclear cell) manipulation preferred but not essential

Skills & Proficiencies:

•    Written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively in a group setting, with colleagues and clients 
•    Organizational and time management skills 
•    Ability to perform multiple tasks 
•    Ability to organize and prioritize workload to meet or exceed deadlines 
•    Individual and Team work ethic 
•    Proficiency with Windows, Word & Excel 
•    Attention to detail 
•    Positive attitude, self-motivated, high level of engagement 
•    Adheres to company values 
•    Champions company values including team engagement 
•    Ability to present both facts and recommendations effectively 
•    Technical problem solving and process improvement skills 
•    Solid working knowledge of GLP and other regulations and standards relating to consumer products 
•    Knowledge of statistical analysis tools a plus 

Education and Experience:

•    Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Biology or closely related scientific field
•    Minimum of one (1) year of experience in academia or industry working with cell cultures (PBMC’s) with good aseptic technique.  Prefer some Flow Cytometry but can train.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above. #BVCPS