Molecular Biologist III (Analyst III) - Indianapolis, IN
Job Description
Overview:
Position Title: Analyst III
Business Title: Molecular Biologist III
Entity: Consumer Products Services
Division Department: ATL
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Reports to: Manager
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Hours Worked: Monday through Friday, forty-hours per week. However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the department and complete other projects as assigned on evenings and weekends.
Position Summary:
The Molecular Biologist is responsible for efficient delivery of data from molecular, protein, and cell-based biochemical assays. They are highly organized, able to execute and develop protocols for various laboratory techniques and adhere to good research practice (GRP) requirements. They are an experienced, detail-oriented laboratory scientist, conducting biochemical assays among other laboratory responsibilities independently or with little guidance from client scientists and can deliver and interpret data in a timely manner. They exhibit quality and compliance in their daily work. They are a champion of and promote the organization's Values and Absolutes. The Molecular Biologist will complete their regular assigned daily work while meeting the expectations outlined below.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Grow, treat, and transfect mammalian cells to isolate RNA, protein, and/or DNA for use in biochemical assays.
- Perform and develop protocols laboratory assays and techniques including PCR, qPCR, ELISA, and Western blot.
- Process, analyze, organize, and interpret data for presentation to responsible scientist(s).
- Monitor inventory of laboratory supplies and reagents, and maintain clean, well-functioning laboratory environment.
- Is accountable for safe work environment, confidentiality policies, following protocols, and meeting deadline assigned by scientist in charge.
- Report progress on assigned tasks to the scientist in charge on a daily/weekly or monthly basis for set milestones, goals.
- Meet with scientists to understand needs, adapt and ensure expectations are communicated clearly, concisely as well as timelines to complete.
- Meet regularly with the scientist and manager to discuss progress, upcoming work changes, and any new items
- Perform eLN (electronic lab notebook) entries and corrections in a timely manner while complying with guidelines
- Perform other essential tasks, projects, and responsibilities as required.
- Follow the guidelines set forth with clients and in the Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc (BVCPS) Quality, Health, Safety, Security and Environmental policies and procedures.
- Comply with clients and BVCPS management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies.
- Follows the guidelines set forth in by clients and the BVCPS Quality Manual and Safety / Chemical Hygiene Plan.
- Other duties as defined by Manager, department needs and workload.
Skills & Proficiencies:
- Ability to independently perform complex biochemical assays and deliver data in a timely and consistent manner.
- Ability to think critically about data and troubleshoot assays as needed.
- Must have strong interpersonal skills such as communication, being approachable, showing initiative, being adaptable and projecting an outward positive attitude
- Represents the company in a way to exceed client expectations through a high level of professionalism, reliability, and willingness to get the job done
- Professional, clear and concise communicate required in both written and verbal formats
- Proven Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, and PowerPoint skills
- Ability to quickly learn and understand job-specific software is required
- Ability to understand basic scientific terminology and communicate it to others
- Team-oriented and the ability to work in a collaborative environment
- Be a proven multi-tasker that truly thrives on juggling multiple projects in a deadline driven environment
- Possess strong organizational skills with ability to quickly assess project status and communicate it effectively
- Driven, energetic person able to coordinate activities among different areas of the department
- Adheres to company values
Education and Experience:
- Degree requirement: BS or MS in Biology, Cell/Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related field
- Minimum of three (3) year of experience in a laboratory setting.
- Minimum of three (3) year of experience with biochemical techniques including but not limited to Western blotting, ELISA, qPCR, mammalian cell culture, and high-content imaging.
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience with data analysis
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above.