Chemist - II (Associate)
Nesco Resource
North Wales, PA
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$30–$35.34 Per Hour
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Biochemistry, Biology, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Chemistry, Chromatography, Cleaning Equipment, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), Data Analysis, Data Entry, Data Processing, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, GLP (Good Laboratory Practices), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Identify Issues, Ion Exchange Chromatography, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Notebook, Laboratory Techniques, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Development, Record Keeping, Safety/Work Safety, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Specimens/Samples, Sterilization, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Writing Skills
LOCATION
North Wales, PA
POSTED
2 days ago
Ideal Candidate Profile
• Conduct analytical testing, including chemical labeling of biological samples, HPLC separation, potency (i.e. ELISA) and data analysis; prepare buffers/solutions, pack columns, set up systems, and perform sterilization, sampling, and cleaning.
• Document laboratory activities electronically, enter process data into databases, troubleshoot and repair equipment, and maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment by following all safe laboratory practices.
• Willingness and capability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and adhere to company policies.
• Experience analyzing therapeutic proteins using a range of UPLC and HPLC techniques, including ion exchange chromatography (IEX), size exclusion chromatography (SEC), hydrophobic interaction chromatography (HIC), and reversed-phase chromatography (RP).
• Excellent documentation skills, including the ability to author internal technical reports.
• Prior experience with cGMP or cGLP practices and using electronic lab notebooks is preferred.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or a closely related field.
• Candidate should have 3 years hands-on experience within the pharmaceutical / medical technology industry. Pharmaceutical industry experience is preferred.
• Knowledge and experience utilizing Empower
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities, with keen attention to detail.
• One to two years of hands-on wet laboratory experience.
• Experience in chromatography techniques.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel is required.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, demonstrating self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
• Effective organizational, multi-tasking, with evidence of strong cross-functional collaboration skills.
Responsibilities:
The primary responsibility of this position is to support analytical techniques within vaccine process development and GMP laboratories. Key duties include chemical labeling of biological samples, performing HPLC separations, and analyzing data. The role also involves preparing buffers and solutions, aliquoting material, inventory of laboratory supplies, packing columns, equipment cleaning, along with system setup, sterilization, and sampling. All laboratory activities are to be documented electronically, with data entry into relevant databases. The candidate is expected to troubleshoot laboratory equipment and perform minor repairs as required.
Maintaining a clean, orderly, inspection ready and safe work environment is essential, as is following all safe laboratory practices. The position requires multiple separation and biochemical analysis methods including capillary electrophoresis techniques and two-dimensional separation methods.
Note: Worker will need to be able to work at West Point, PA and North Wales, PA site locations (approximately 1-2 miles apart).
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
About the Company
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Nesco Resource
Companies need talent. You want job opportunities.
That’s where we come in. We create meaningful connections between companies and candidates, and we’ve been doing it for over 65 years.
Our national workforce solutions include contract, contract-to-hire, direct placement services, and managed services for a variety of industries.
We employ specialized recruiters focused in Engineering, Information Technology, Accounting & Finance, Administrative & Customer Service, and Manufacturing & Distribution.
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COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or moreINDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Parking, Performance Bonus, Employee Referral Program
FOUNDED
1956
WEBSITE
https://nescoresource.com/