Molecular Biologist - Indianapolis, IN

Company Overview:

ATL, A Bureau Veritas Company is a professional services organization with an ever-broadening service portfolio to support FDA-regulated products and companies worldwide. Providing scientific, engineering, and regulatory laboratory services, we seamlessly leverage our expertise within the consumer product goods, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we are a highly profitable and nimble entrepreneurial organization comprised of nearly 500 experts who work throughout the United States. Anchored by the mission to add value to our clients throughout all stages of the product life cycle, we are the most desired business partner for our Fortune 500 clients.
 
Perks & Benefits at ATL:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability paid by Employer
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Employee Discount Program
• Wellness Program
• Career Mobility & Ongoing Development

Position Summary:

The Molecular Biologist is responsible for efficient delivery of data from molecular, protein, and cell-based biochemical assays. They are highly organized, able to execute and develop protocols for various laboratory techniques and adhere to good research practice (GRP) requirements. They are a detail-oriented laboratory scientist, conducting biochemical assays among other laboratory responsibilities under the direction of the responsible scientist(s). They exhibit quality and compliance in their daily work. They are a champion of and promote the organization’s Values and Absolutes. The Molecular Biologist will complete their regular assigned daily work while meeting the expectations outlined below.

What You’ll Do:

• Growing, maintaining, and harvesting various cell cultures for use in high-content imaging and biochemical assays.
• Perform and develop protocols laboratory assays and techniques including qPCR and Western blot.
• Process and analyze and organize data for presentation to responsible scientist(s) and
• Monitor inventory of laboratory supplies and reagents, and maintain clean, well-functioning laboratory environment.
• Accountable for a safe work environment, confidentiality policies, following protocols, and meeting deadlines assigned by scientist in charge.
• Report progress on assigned tasks to the scientist in charge on a daily/weekly or monthly basis for set milestones and goals.
• Meet with scientists to understand needs, adapt and ensure expectations are communicated clearly, concisely as well as timelines to complete.
• Meet regularly with the scientist and manager to discuss progress, upcoming work changes, and any new items
• Perform eLN (electronic lab notebook) entries and corrections in a timely manner while complying with guidelines
• Perform other essential tasks, projects, and responsibilities as required.
• Follow the guidelines set forth with clients and in the Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc (BVCPS) Quality, Health, Safety, Security and Environmental policies and procedures.
• Comply with clients and BVCPS management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies.
• Follows the guidelines set forth by clients and the BVCPS Quality Manual and Safety / Chemical Hygiene Plan.
• Other duties as defined by the Manager, department needs and workload.

What You'll Need:

• Must have strong interpersonal skills such as communication, being approachable, showing initiative, being adaptable and projecting an outward positive attitude
• Represents the company in a way to exceed client expectations through a high level of professionalism, reliability, and willingness to get the job done
• Professional, clear and concise communication required in both written and verbal formats
• Proven Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, and PowerPoint skills
• Ability to quickly learn and understand job-specific software is required
• Ability to understand basic scientific terminology and communicate it to others
• Team-oriented and the ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Be a proven multi-tasker that truly thrives on juggling multiple projects in a deadline driven environment
• Possess strong organizational skills with ability to quickly assess project status and communicate it effectively
• Driven, energetic person able to coordinate activities among different areas of the department
• Adheres to company values

Education & Experience:

• Degree requirement: BS in Biology, Cell/Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related field
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a laboratory setting.
• Some experience with stem cell culture preferred
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience with biochemical techniques including but not limited to Western blotting, qPCR, cell culture, and high-content imaging
• Experience with or willingness to learn rodent tissue collection and dosing.

Schedule: M-F (first shift), forty hours per week. However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the department and complete other projects as assigned.

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

AT ATL, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status. ATL strongly supports diversity in the workplace.