Research Scientist

Overview:

This is a Hybrid In Vitro and In Vivo role!

Must Have Skills/Qualifications:

• Histology experience
• Necropsy experience
• 3-5 years of industry experience in In Vitro and In Vivo

Knowledge and Accountability:

• Lead the histology efforts for H&E and IH&C from assisting in the necropsy room all the way to prepping the histology slides for pathology shipping
• Be the main person to operate various equipment that process samples to produce Hematology, Blood Chemistry and Coagulation using lab equipment
• Commitment to follow through on tasks and deadlines with minimal supervision
• Must be able to take direction however must successful work independently
• Must be able to compile data, protocols, reports, prepare graphs, and analysis; GLP and non-GLP data documentation
• Must have the ability to solve problems, offer solutions, think logically, and have a quick and retentive memory
• Must have strong organizational and analytical skills and follow protocols
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, respond quickly and efficiently, and keep situations under control, in a fast-paced dynamic work environment.
• Able to work with bio-hazardous or radioactive materials
• Must possess a strong sense of urgency; occasional weekends, early mornings or late nights work may be required
• Able to understand the internal and external needs and impact of duties and responsibilities
• Must be a flexible, self-starting, and self-managing person
• Quick turn-around requirements on requests and accuracy and thoroughness is critical
• Ability to maintain confidential information in a professional manner
• Constantly observes condition of the property's interior and exterior and immediately reports and/or initiates actions to correct unsafe and/or unacceptable established conditions
• Consistently seeks out self-improvement opportunities in all aspects with the purpose of improving and training self
• Always uses products and/or machines as recommended by the manufacturer's safety instructions

Equipment and Tools:

An employee in this position must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of the following equipment and tools:

• Knows to use protective devices: gloves, goggles, mask, non-skid water safe shoes, etc.
• Work using aseptic techniques, culture cell lines
• Isolate cell types from human or animal blood with the help of experienced scientists
• Maintains awareness of proper safety precautions at all times
• Read SOPs and MSDS prior to performing new tasks

Schedule:

Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Reports to:

Director of Invitro