BioPharma Scientist

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Associate Scientist to join our BioPharma Laboratory team at KCAS Bio. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for contributing to the planning and execution of assigned projects, including R&D, method validation, and report preparation.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the planning of all phases of assigned projects, including R&D, method validation, and report preparation.
• Design basic experiments and evaluate outcomes versus current SOPs, protocols, and relevant standards with assistance.
• Be proficient in using common immunoassay platforms, including ELISA, MSD, Luminex, etc.
• Provide work instructions and guidance to more junior scientific staff in the conducting of assigned projects.
• Process and summarize data and interact with clients and/or auditors as necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master's degree in Chemistry, Immunology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or related field.
• 3 years of experience in a regulated laboratory environment (GLP preferred) in large molecule immunoassay development/validation.
• A minimum of 2 years working in an industry lab, CRO, or Pharmaceutical setting (preferred) with GLP/GxP experience.
• Demonstrated lab experience utilizing biopharma analytical techniques, including ligand binding assays, ELISA, and ECL-based assays.
• Cell-based assays experience is a plus.
• Maintain accurate experimental records in a GLP CFR21 Laboratory following SOPs.
• Proficient at pipetting solutions and buffer preparation.
• Skilled with Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN), Microsoft Excel, and Word to perform tasks.
• Clear communication skills, teamwork, and attention to detail.
• Solid mathematical abilities.
• Ability to work independently and effectively problem solve.

About KCAS Bio

KCAS Bio is a fast-growing contract research organization (CRO) headquartered in Kansas City, pioneering the latest drug development in both human and animal health fields. We advance both great science and great people.