Scientist II

BIOMERIEUX, INC.

SALT LAKE CITY, UT

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JOB DETAILS

LOCATION

SALT LAKE CITY, UT

POSTED

30+ days ago

Description
Position Summary:
The Scientist II is responsible for initiating, directing, and executing scientific research and/or development strategies for bioMerieux through a research staff or individual studies. Scientist II investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions, products, and problems. Must be familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures including PCR, real-time RT-PCR, and use of fluorescence-based nucleic acid detection techniques. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
The position requires expertise in laboratory technical and organizational skills, attention to detail, critical thinking, troubleshooting and problem-solving, data analysis, and a dedication to the mission and goals of the department and bioMerieux. The Scientist II normally receives no instructions on routine work, and general instructions on new assignments.
Position is ONSITE Full Time
Primary Duties
*Performs all work in compliance with company policy and within the guidelines of bioMerieux's Quality System.
*Follows policies and procedures and conducts oneself professionally and in accordance with the bioMerieux Employment Handbook.
*Supervises research associates in daily operations.
*Works on complex problems which require expert knowledge of scientific principles and concepts and advanced analytical skills.
*Plans, executes, and/or oversees the execution of laboratory research in the service of one or more department projects.
*Maintains broad knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.
*Makes contributions to literature and presents at conferences.
*May advise senior management on research and development project(s).
*Participates in development of patent applications.
*Responsible for development of a research group.
*Required to interact with various company departments.
*Uses professional concepts to contribute to the development of company concepts and principles and to achieve objectives in creative and effective ways.
*Demonstrates potential for technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaboration with others, and independent thought.
*Ensures data integrity and accurate record-keeping by participating in and overseeing research associates and/or associate scientists in collecting, recording (e.g., via electronic laboratory notebooks and study worksheets), analyzing, and verifying data in compliance with bioMerieux SOPs, WIDs, and Study Protocols.
Qualifications:
*Requires a master's degree in a scientific disciplinewith 15 years relevant experience, or a PhD in a scientific discipline with 6 years of relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
*Must demonstrate expertise in molecular biology, microbiology, infectious disease, and/or clinical laboratory diagnostics.
*Mastery of common laboratory procedures.
*Ability to independently manage projects and employees and report areas of risk as they arise.
*Competent in experimental design and data analysis, including statistical assessments.
*Demonstrated skills in scientific/technical writing and oral presentations.
*Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).
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About the Company

BIOMERIEUX, INC.

Scientific and technological innovation is at the heart of bioMérieux's strategy. A world leader in the field of in vitro diagnostics for 50 years, <span itemprop="name">bioMérieux</span> designs, develops, produces, and markets diagnostic systems for medical and industrial applications. bioMérieux's solutions (reagents, instruments, software, and services) are used to determine the source of disease and contamination to improve patient health and ensure consumer safety.

To fulfill its mission to improve public health worldwide, bioMérieux is present in more than 150 countries through 41 subsidiaries. Its world headquarters are located in the Lyon area in France.

We are committed to creating an optimal work environment that fosters teamwork, emphasizes training and offers international career development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Vet/Disability

INDUSTRY

Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals

FOUNDED

1963

WEBSITE

http://www.biomerieux-diagnostics.com/