Bench Scientist I

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform routine lab assays with established protocols.
• Conduct 100% bench work and report data into the lab’s tracking system.
• Work closely with senior scientists for program-related assays.
• Escalate issues or deviations—candidate does not need to troubleshoot independently but must communicate effectively.

Required & Preferred Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s in Life required (biology, biochemistry, protein science preferred).
• Master’s not preferred.

Experience:

• 0–1 year (entry level).
• Academic research experience is acceptable; industry experience is a plus but not required.

Key Skills:

• Micro pipetting (top skill).
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Analytical mindset.
• Basic understanding of HPLC, chromatography, or handling large-molecule biologics preferred.
• Strong willingness to learn and adapt.
• They do NOT need to hit the ground running.
• Training Timeline.
• Expectation: Candidate should be trained and independently running most assays within 1–2 months.

Interview Process:

• Step 1: Phone screen with top candidates.
• Step 2: Onsite interview with 2–3 finalists (short, not full-day).
• Final decision made based on onsite impressions.