Scientist II

ICONMA, LLC

Santa Clara, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$38.94–$69.85 Per Hour
SKILLS
Assays, Biochemistry, Biology, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Calibration, Chemistry, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Document Management, Documentation, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Health Plan, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Interpersonal Skills, Inventory Management, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Notebook, Laboratory Operations, Materials Testing, Molecular Biology, Nucleic Acid, OSHA, Policy Development, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Quality System Requirements (QSR), Real-time PCR (qPCR), Record Keeping, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Support Documentation, Team Player, Technical Writing, Time Management, Traceability
LOCATION
Santa Clara, CA
POSTED
4 days ago
Our Client, a Biotech company, is looking for a Scientist II for their Santa Clara, CA location.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Laboratory Executions:
  • The individual will work under functional manager supervision to plan and conduct hands-on laboratory experiments independently, with high attention to detail. And
  • apply advanced scientific knowledge to complete assigned projects
  • Recommend innovative approaches and study plans based on experimental data or new scientific information arising from area of responsibility. Assume responsibility
  • for timely completion of experiments and respond appropriately to changing priorities.
  • Designing and performing early development studies, such as optimizations, troubleshooting, reagent selection, assay recommendations, assay characterization.
  • Participate in the formulation of reagents, buffers and testing materials following SOP
  • Operate automated liquid-handling and sequencing instrumentation.
  • Data & Documentation:
  • Accurately record experimental methods, materials, and results in laboratory notebooks (electronic or paper)
  • Analyze data using established tools and summarize findings
  • Present findings and/or comprehensive project status reviews at internal and department meetings
  • Prepare technical summaries and contribute to verification documentations and reports
  • Assist in drafting and revising SOPs and technical documents
  • Maintain traceability of materials and documentation within design-controlled processes
  • Support documentation requirements for Design History Files (DHF)
  • Quality & Compliance:
  • Perform work in compliance with ISO 13485, QSR, and internal quality systems
  • Follow established laboratory safety policies and OSHA guidelines
  • Participate in design control documentation activities as assigned
  • Ensure accuracy, quality, and timeliness of experimental results
  • Lab Operations:
  • Maintain laboratory equipment and assist with calibration checks
  • Manage reagent inventory and ensure proper storage
  • Participate in routine lab maintenance and organization
  • Support cross-functional teams by providing experimental data as requested
 
Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry
  • or related field, a Master’s or PHD degree is a plus
  • Minimum 5 years (with a Bachelor’s degree, less with advanced degrees) of laboratory experience, or equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
  • Strong laboratory proficiency and experience with molecular techniques and concepts, with proficient manual pipetting skills
  • Hands-on experience with molecular biology techniques including PCR, qPCR, nucleic acid extraction, and library preparation
  • Strong data analysis skills and documentation skills
  • Experience in assay design, optimization and validation is preferred.
  • Knowledge of NGS based workflows including target enrichment, and library preparation is preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work in a team environment.
 
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