Research Scientist III

3 weeks ago

Lenexa, United States Eurofins USA Clinical Diagnostics Full time
Job Description

Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility:

The Research Scientist is primarily responsible for conducting research, development, validation and execution of assays to meet the development requirements within corporate/client timelines and cost objectives.

Essential Job Duties:

Level I – Minimum

  • Learn new techniques and instrumentation
  • Implement research plans, designs and testing protocols
  • Operate, calibrate and maintain all laboratory equipment and instruments according to standard operating procedures to ensure quality results
  • Keep accurate documentation of all research project steps according to Viracor Eurofins regulatory guidelines
  • Complete scientific write-ups of results and methods of performed experiments
  • Accurately prepare, label and store reagents, standards, controls, proficiency testing material and patient specimens for analytical, clinical and biopharma validations analysis and short and long-term storage
  • Assist in writing validation reports, standard operating procedures and study-specific work instructions
  • Accurate pipetting and bench-level skills (i.e., pipette standard curves to within accurate limits stated in procedure manual)
  • Disposes of bio hazardous materials, chemical waste, sharp and other potentially hazardous materials according to policy
  • Participates in quality assurance/quality improvement activities. Follows all QC guidelines as stated in the Procedure Manual
  • Represent department and the organization favorably and in accordance with established Company standards and associate attributes at all times
  • Other duties as assigned by management

Level II – Fully meets the responsibilities of Level I plus the following:

  • Writes standard operating procedures and study-specific work instructions with minimal assistance
  • Writes development and validation plans and reports with minimal assistance
  • Assists in preparation of poster presentations for national scientific meetings
  • Assist in writing articles and research papers for publications
  • Assists on the review process of validation documentation: protocols and reports
  • Assists on establishing clear timelines per assigned projects
  • Ability to multitask more than one assignment at a given time
  • Perform literature searches and organize research article databases
  • As appropriate, communicates with clients within project meetings or independently via email or phone

Level III – Fully meets the responsibilities of Level II plus the following:

  • Leads design, development, and execution of research projects with little to no assistance from senior management
  • Analyzes and interprets data independently
  • Independently writes development/validation plans and project reports
  • Instructs other scientists and leads their development
  • Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer reviewed journals
  • Prepare data for presentation at scientific meetings or for client presentations

Qualifications

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Level I - Minimum

  • BA/BS degree required or equivalent experience
  • 1+ years research and/or clinical laboratory experience, focused on method development
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow safety and corporate procedures
  • Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures for research projects or diagnostic method development
  • Goal oriented, with excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to interact effectively and work efficiently with people at all levels in an organization
  • Excellent verbal & written communication skills
  • Keenly attentive to detail
  • Ability to keep sensitive information confidential
  • High level of proficiency with PC based software programs
  • Willing to work with potentially infectious human blood and body fluids

Level II – Fully meets the responsibilities of Level I plus the following:

  • 3+ years research and/or clinical laboratory experience, focused on method development
  • Ability to carefully plan, organize, coordinate and conduct multiple scientific research projects or diagnostic method development simultaneously
  • Ability to develop and follow research methodology and practice

Level III – Fully meets the responsibilities of Level II plus the following:

  • Advanced degree preferred, in microbiology, immunology, biology, biochemistry, molecular biology or a related field
  • 8+ years research and/or clinical laboratory experience with advanced degree, or 10+ years of experience for BA/BS
  • Demonstrated experience leading, organizing, coordinating and conducting challenging, highly complex, scientific research projects or diagnostic method development simultaneously

Physical Requirements:

  • Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate a keyboard and other office equipment, use a telephone, access file cabinets and other items stored at various levels, including overhead
  • Ability to speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably with sufficient volume to ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in a group setting
  • Ability to continuously operate a personal computer for extended periods of time (4 or more hours)
  • Mental acuity sufficient to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions

The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



Additional Information

Eurofins Viracor LLC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the following conditions:

  1. Drug Screen: Successful candidates will be required to pass a standard drug screen as part of the pre-employment process.
  2. Background Check: A thorough background check will be conducted for all potential employees. This may include, but is not limited to, criminal history, education verification, and employment history.
  3. Visa Sponsorship: Eurofins Viracor LLC does not sponsor employment visas. All candidates must have the legal right to work in Lenexa, KS without requiring sponsorship. Unless approved by HR and supporting parties.

Schedule:

  • Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

What we offer:

  • Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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