Biologist II

Overview:
Business Title: Research Biologist II
Position Title: Analyst II
Division: Consumer Products Services 
Entity: ATL
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Reports to: Manager
FLSA: Non-Exempt
 
Hours Worked: Typically, Monday through Friday, forty-hours per week. However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the department and complete other projects as assigned.

Position Summary:
The Research Biologist II (Analyst II) is responsible for supporting and increasing team’s capacity on transcriptomic and/or histological analysis for team’s therapeutic investigation and investigative biology of neurodegeneration. This position will be part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to discovering novel medicines for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, ALS, and other related neurodegenerative conditions.  

Duties and Responsibilities:
It is everyone’s responsibility to live out our Values and Absolutes by Shaping a World of Trust while ensuring responsible progress.
•    Perform single-nucleus isolation from frozen tissue samples using optimized nuclei extraction protocols
•    Operate the 10x Genomics Chromium X to generate single-nucleus GEMs (Gel Beads-in-Emulsion) for snRNA-seq library preparation
•    Perform image analysis using HALO
•    Maintain supplies, lab cleanliness and analytical instrumentation, as required. 
•    Prepare stock solutions, and keeping shelves and reagent stocked.  
•    Prepare written technical reports. 
•    Perform basic data analysis as assigned.
•    Assist with training.
•    Comply with clients and Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies. 
•    Follows the guidelines set forth 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. 

Skills & Proficiencies:
•    Hands-on experience with the 10x Genomics Chromium platform and associated library prep chemistries
•    Hands-on experience in image analysis with (e.g. ImageJ, QuPath, HALO) is preferred but not required
•    Strong quantitative mindset and data science skills is a plus (e.g. R, Python).
•    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 
•    Champions company values including team engagement 
•    Ability to present both facts and recommendations effectively 
•    Technical problem solving and process improvement skills 

Education and Experience:
•    Master’s or Bachelor’s in Biology, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, or closely related field
•    Minimum of one (1) year of experience with biochemical techniques and mammalian cell culture.

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

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 location, education, experience, and skillset).