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Research Scientist

4 months ago

Ames, United States The Fountain Group LLC Full time

The Fountain Group is currently seeking a ­­­­­­­­Research Scientist for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in ­­Ames, IA. Details for the position are as follows:

Job Description:

**Monday-Friday 8am-5pm**

  • Perform bio-analytical methods (immunological, microbiological, molecular biological, or virological) following defined processes.
  • Carry out mammalian cell culture and standard molecular biology techniques such as cloning, DNA purification, and protein expression.
  • Initiates, executes, completes, and communicates results and related issues with supervision.
  • Provide quality support of Expression Platforms team members through data acquisition, reporting, and communication.
  • Execute in vitro analytical assays to evaluate samples with minimal supervision.
  • Accountable for performing all techniques and assays so test sessions yield valid results and repeated work is minimized.
  • Accurately record all data from research techniques and tests on data capture forms, research notebooks, and raw data notebooks as appropriate.
  • Perform initial data analysis so that accurate and precise results are obtained and reported.
  • Generate documentation (ex. method protocols, reports) in support of techniques or modification of techniques.
  • Ability to learn new types of assays and technology easily.
  • Be able to perform, analyze and interpret results.
  • Maintains a constructive and positive attitude for working on projects in the Expression Platforms Team, and for working at Boehringer Ingelheim.
  • Follow Research & Development policies and procedures to maintain high quality standards and follow best practices.

Qualifications:

  • BS/MS
  • Professional/Industrial Biology Laboratory Experince
  • At least 1 of the following skills in a professional environment:
    • Cell Culture (mammalian/insect – may consider bacteria cell culture)
    • PCR
    • DNA Purification
    • ELISA
    • Western Blotting

Compensation: Up to $32 an hour depending on experience