Research Assistant II- BioA

<h2>Job Overview:</h2><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: black;">Excellent Opportunity for an experienced Chemist to join our BioAnalysis group in Madison, WI. Covance’s work in developing new pharmaceutical solutions has an incredible impact on millions of lives worldwide. Be a part of this life-saving work. Help improve patients' lives while growing your career.</span></span></strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">In this role, you'll analyze biological or chemical samples and/or develops/validates methodologies for various compounds and components in compliance with appropriate standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulatory agency guidelines.</span></p><ul><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Organizes, conducts and evaluates analytical results and testing.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Maintains study documentation and laboratory records.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Independently sets-up, maintains, operates and performs routine and non-routine maintenance on general equipment, including problem identification and resolution.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Performs quality control review of data.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Informs Study Director, Principal Investigator and/or management of any problems and/or deviations that may affect integrity of the data; participates in corrective action of problems.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Promotes a cohesive team environment.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">With supervisory assistance, assures technical staff compliance to SOPs and other regulatory agency guidelines.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Assists in setting up and performing method development and validation of various analytics in a variety of matrices.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Performs complex analyses using unfamiliar or new methods, asking for scientific guidance as needed.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Makes suggestions for modifications in test methods or procedures.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Provides input and participates in project meetings, plans, monitors and guides project work.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">With supervisory assistance, serves as a lead chemist on projects, overseeing a small group of technical staff.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Trains, mentors, and assists less experienced staff.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Maintains a clean and safe laboratory work environment.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Participates in new equipment and instrument assessment and qualification, as appropriate.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Participates in client visits as needed, assists in communicating technical information.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Participates in process improvement initiatives.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Assists in evaluation of data for incorporation into written reports.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Effectively plans and utilizes personnel and resources for timely completion of assigned projects.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Assists in writing reports and protocols.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Writes SOPs and methods.</span></li><li style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Performs other related duties as assigned</span></li></ul><h2>Education/Qualifications:</h2><ul><li style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 11pt;">Bachelor of Science/Arts (BS/BA) degree in chemistry or related scientific field</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 11pt;">Relevant Bioanalytical experience may be substituted for education </span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 11pt;">Ability to perform basic computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel).</span></li></ul><h2>Experience:</h2><ul><li style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 11pt;">1-2 years related or relevant laboratory experience required with a BS/BA degree </span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 11pt;">Familiar with the use of standard laboratory equipment (e.g., balances, pipettes, centrifuges).</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 11pt;">Experience with analytical instrumentation is desired.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 11pt;">Independently conduct tests for chemistry projects and provide initial analysis of results, asking questions as needed.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 11pt;">Acts as a technical resource for the department (trouble shooting, method development, qualification, maintenance and training) with guidance as needed.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 11pt;">Maintains and operates laboratory equipment, including independent problem identification and resolution.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 11pt;">Evaluates data for incorporation into written reports.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 11pt;">Completes project assignments on time with supervision.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 11pt;">Knowledgeable on a variety of study types, analysis procedures and methodology.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 11pt;">Able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.</span></li></ul>