Job Purpose:Develops biochemical products and processes by conducting in vitro research, analysis, synthesis, and experimentation.Duties: * Determines product specifications by studying consumer requirements; conferring with management and engineering staff. * Determines process standards by developing formulas and methods. * Identifies chemical and physical properties of substances by conducting analyses such as chromatography, spectroscopy, and spectrophotometry. * Researches new products and processes by conducting experiments involving the composition, structure, properties, relationships, and reactions of matter induced by heat, light, energy, and chemical catalysts. * Prepares technical reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends. * Maintains organization's stability and reputation by complying with government regulations. * Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques. * Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. * Maintains safe and clean working environment by establishing and complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. * Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. * Maintains database by writing computer programs; entering and backing up data.Skills/Qualifications:Lab Environment, Clinical Lab Testing, Chemistry Techniques, Reporting Research Results, Research Skills, Basic Safety, Database Design, Equipment Maintenance, Attention to Detail, Quality Focus, Technical Zeal