Scientist – II

Job Description

Job Summary:

• Seeking a motivated individual to work as a senior bioanalytical bench scientist within its Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) bioanalytical laboratory. This is a bioanalytical senior scientist position with primary duties in performing laboratory work, preparing reports, and interacting with internal and external partners.
• This position is a part of the Bioanalytical group, Global Preclinical Development, based in Rahway, New Jersey.
• NOTES: Must be able to travel between Rahway, NJ site and West Point, PA site as needed. Travel up to 50% may be required.

Main Responsibilities Include:

• Independently developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting ligand binding assay (LBA) methods to support projects with method quality and efficiency in mind; writing bioanalytical methods and assuming project responsibility in delegated bioanalytical aspects.
• Proficiently and independently implementing LBAs for the analysis of biological samples in a GLP environment. Duties include, but are not limited to, sample preparation, instrument setup, data processing, and interpretation; independently resolving issues encountered during method implementation.
• Establishing LBA capabilities within the team, including equipment procurement, laboratory setup, and workflow design.
• Ensuring all documentation is completed in real time, accurately, and in compliance with current GLP and departmental guidelines.
• Preparing sample analysis and validation reports independently; assembling documents for regulatory submissions; ensuring compliance with training requirements for company and departmental SOPs, safety-related guidelines, and other applicable standards.
• Achieving short-term goals, objectives, and timelines independently, with minimal management oversight.
• Collaborating with cross-functional partners in areas such as Drug Safety and Metabolism, Quality Assurance, and Program Management.
• Completing other relevant and applicable bioanalytical assignments as directed by management.
• Demonstrating the ability to multi-task effectively and work collaboratively in a team environment.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Educational Requirement: Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline with at least 3 years of industrial experience

OR

• M.S. in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline with at least 7 years of industrial experience, preferably in a bioanalytical laboratory

Required Experience and Skills:

• Experience in developing, validating, and implementing ligand binding assays under GLP.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Watson LIMS or other Laboratory Information Management Systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Highly motivated with a strong desire for continuous learning and development.
• Experience with LC-MS/MS assays.