Altasciences Preclinical is seeking a Scientist I/II for our Molecular Biology group in the Laboratory Sciences Department located in Everett, WA. The Scientist will be responsible for the oversight of molecular biology studies from assay development and optimization to validation and sample analysis. The Scientist will be the primary contact to the client for all scientific discussions pertaining to all study phases. The Scientist will review all data generated and communicate results to clients in regular meetings and write final reports.
About The Role
For this position, we are seeking a Scientist with technical and scientific expertise in molecular biology (qPCR, ddPCR) for method development, validation/qualification, and execution of analytical projects in support of preclinical/clinical studies.
What You'll Do Here
- The Scientist will be assigned by management as Contributing Scientist/Principal Investigator and is the first point of contact for project managers and clients for laboratory services;
- Manage and conduct method development, qualification, validation, and production studies for clinical and non-clinical studies in compliance with the protocol/study plan, amendments, GCP, GLPs, SOPs, and Best Practices;
- Support and mentor analysts, troubleshoot and resolve issues with methods under their responsibility or technical issues in the laboratory when scientific expertise is needed;
- The Scientist is also encouraged to introduce new technologies when required or recommend improvements to existing technologies as needed;
- Provide a report and/or reporting of results, within study timelines and ensure any deviations/exception events are reflected as appropriate and assure that all analysis conducted is reported and is accurate;
- May be required to review and provide comments and recommendations, as needed to the bioanalytical portions of preclinical and clinical protocols, study plans, laboratory manuals, Data Transfer Agreements, and/or other documents, as needed;
- Write, review, and update method/SOP as needed;
- Participate and present data in meetings with clients, conferences, and scientific outreach;
- Conduct applicable work in compliance with applicable SOPs, GCPs, GLPs, and observe all company guidelines and policies;
- The Scientist will respect Health and Safety standards in terms of personal protection, laboratory maintenance, and work procedures.
What You'll Need To Succeed
- Education: BS, MS, or PhD in biological, pharmaceutical science, or related field;
- BS with 3 years or MS with 1 year of experience or PhD, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in performing laboratory-based assays related to immunology, molecular biology, and/or cell biology/biochemistry/chemistry.
What We Offer
The pay range estimated for this position is $74,000 to $98,000 per year. Please note that hourly rates/salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, prior relevant experience, skills, education, certification, location as well as internal equity and market data.
Benefits
Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.
Altasciences' Benefits Package Includes:
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans;
- 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match;
- Paid Vacation and Holidays;
- Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave;
- Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs.
Altasciences' Incentive Programs Include:
- Training & Development Programs;
- Employee Referral Bonus Program.
MOVING IN UNISON TO DELIVER A BIG IMPACT WITH A PERSONAL TOUCH
Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop, and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other protected grounds under applicable legislation. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process are available upon request. Join us at Altasciences!
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