US-Maryland-Rockville: Associate Scientist in Biotech

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Date: 13-May-2008

Associate Scientist II in Biotech , Responsibilities and Tasks:

1. Conduct pre-designed scientific studies using laboratory equipment and calculations to include such tasks as:

a. Randomization, allocation and collection of data using a data capture system.

b. Make cage cards and all necessary labels using Microsoft Word and Excel.

c. Collect and process sample collections. (e.g. blood, urine)

d. Review reports and paperwork prior to study completion for individual study work as well as review other’s work.

2. Troubleshoots experiments. Identify and solve elementary problems in experimental designs.

3. Plan the use of equipment, materials and own time.

4. Make detailed observations and intermediate data analysis.

5. Maintain complete, accurate, thorough, legible, error free lab documentation that does not adversely impact the integrity of the data.

6. Advise supervisor of any deviations and factors that may affect quality, accuracy and usefulness of the data.

7. Maintain clean lab equipment and orderly lab area as required by SOP or lab requirement.

8. Contribute ideas and suggestions to improve standard laboratory techniques, improve protocols, processes and equipment.

9. Run an entire routine study from start to finish.

10. Prepare study books and additional paperwork for study.

11. Technically competent in the following routes of administration: IM, IP, SQ and oral gavage.

12. Will become technically competent in all routes of bleeding including retro-orbital and advanced study work including dosed feed, Draize testing, and IV injection.

13. Assigned more complicated studies.

14. Some weekend work will be required.

15. Must follow GLP, SOPs and USDA animal welfare act and maintain accurate records.

16. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Education, Certificates, Licenses Required:

• Bachelors of Science degree in Biology, Chemistry or Life Sciences with 2 to 4 years Toxicology experience

or

• H.S. Diploma with at least 5 to 7 years of experience in the field.

• ALAT certification

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