Molecular Biologist III
Indianapolis, Indiana, US
Overview:
Business Title: Analyst III
Position Title: Molecular Biologist III
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 Molecular Biologist III plays a key role in advancing innovative therapies for inflammatory and autoimmune diseases by executing cell-based assays and molecular biology techniques. This position focuses on investigating disease mechanisms, evaluating potential therapeutic targets, and contributing to the development of novel treatment strategies through cutting-edge research and experimental analysis.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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- mRNA isolation from cells and tissues
- Various cell-based and biochemical in vitro assays
- Execution of non-radioactive cell-based assays including, but not limited to the following: cell proliferation, cytokine secretion, reporter assays, ELISAs, western blots, MSD and PCR.
- Immunostaining and/or immunohistochemical staining
- Data and Imaging Analysis
- Responsible for timely delivery & documentation of assay data in electronic notebooks
- Participation in client meetings to provide process improvement recommendations.
- Prepare a variety of equipment for testing using prescribed standards / specifications
- Report safety, instrument and technical issues to the appropriate contacts.
- 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.
- Performs testing independently and with limited to no supervision from management.
- Identify, troubleshoot and provide suggested technical solutions to clients and management.
- Prepare written technical reports.
- Perform basic data analysis as assigned
- Assist with training
- 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.
- Adhere to the requirements of the BV-CPS Quality System.
- Performs testing independently with little or not guidance from management
- Resolve escalated client issues.
- Is a subject matter expert (SME) in assigned area and maintains up to date knowledge of current regulations / industry standards, method and protocols for products to be tested.
- Interprets data from multiple sources and provides analysis to clients.
- Identify, troubleshoot and solve escalated technical issues.
- Provide enhanced guidance and technical training to internal staff.
- Write or edit procedure as requested
- Act in partnership with clients and management to support process improvement development
- Assist with department testing in other areas, providing direction, as required
Skills & Proficiencies:
- Written and verbal communication skills include 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
- Demonstrate team leadership
- Ability to train on all technical aspects in data analysis in the assigned laboratory
- Strong interpersonal skills – being approachable, relationship building with external and internal contacts, demonstrating initiative and adaptability
- Instrument maintenance and performance qualification, and troubleshooting.
- Understanding of experimental design and ability to perform necessary background research
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Molecular/Cell Biology, or closely related field
Master’s degree and Research experience preferred.
- Minimum of 3 year(s) of experience in related research
- Biology experience includes, but not limited to: mammalian cell culture, co-culture, transient and stable cell line generation
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above.
Compensation Range: $29.00-$31.00 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).