Research Assistant II-Immunochemistry (Large Molecule-BioA)

<h2>Job Overview:</h2><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Covance by Labcorp is the word'd largest CRO, offering a variety of career opportunities and growth potential in the world of drug discovery. Jumpstart your career and make a positive impact in biopharmaceuticals by joining our large-molecule, BioAnalysis laboratory in Somerset, NJ. </span></strong></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">We are seeking a<strong> Research Assistant II</strong> with at least 3-4 years of <strong>Immunoasssay</strong> experience with <strong>ELISA, ligand binding assay and/or cell culture. </strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><br /><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">As a Research Assistant III/ Sr. Research Assistant, you will...</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;">Analyzes biological or chemical samples and/or develops/validates methodologies for various compounds and components in compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulatory agency guidelines.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;"> </span></p><ul><li><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;"> Organizes, conducts and evaluates analytical results and testing.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;"> Maintains study documentation and laboratory records. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;">Independently sets-up, maintains, operates and performs routine and non-routine maintenance on general equipment.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;">Performs quality control review of data.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;">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><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;">Promotes a cohesive team environment.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;">Assists in setting up and performing method development and validation of various analytes in a variety of matrices.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;">Makes suggestions for modifications in test methods or procedures.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;">Provides input and participates in project meetings, plans, monitors and guides project work.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;">Ability to serve as lead chemist on projects, overseeing a small group of technical staff, with supervision.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;">Maintains a clean and safe laboratory work environment.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;">Trains and assists less experienced staff.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;">Participates in client visits as needed, assists in communicating technical information.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;">Participates in process improvement initiatives.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;">Assists in evaluation of data for incorporation into written reports.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;">Effectively plans and utilizes personnel and resources for timely completion of assigned projects.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;">Assists in writing reports, methods, protocols and SOPs.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;">Performs other related duties as assigned.</span><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;"> </span></li></ul><h2>Education/Qualifications:</h2><ul><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Bachelor of Science/Arts (BS/BA) degree in  Biology, Chemistry or related scientific field</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Relevant Bioanalytical experience may be substituted for education </span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Ability to perform basic computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel).</span></li></ul><h2>Experience:</h2><ul><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">2 - 4 years related or relevant laboratory experience required with a BS/BA degree </span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Familiar with the use of standard laboratory equipment (e.g., balances, pipettes, centrifuges).</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Experience with analytical instrumentation.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Independently conduct tests for chemistry projects and provide initial analysis of results, asking questions as needed.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Acts as a technical resource for the department (trouble shooting, method development, qualification, maintenance and training) with guidance as needed.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Maintains and operates laboratory equipment, including independent problem identification and resolution.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Evaluates data for incorporation into written reports.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Completes project assignments on time with supervision.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Knowledgeable on a variety of study types, analysis procedures and methodology.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.</span></li></ul>