Those who join Emergent BioSolutions feel a sense of ownership about their future. You will excel in an environment characterized by respect, innovation and growth opportunities. Here, you will join passionate professionals who advance their scientific, technical and professional skills to develop products designed-to protect life.
This is a laboratory testing position with the major responsibilities being daily testing and laboratory maintenance tasks, including protocol-driven non-routine testing.
Essential Functions
Testing and Review
o Performs testing proficiency in at least two areas of laboratory testing such as:
HPLC
ELISA or cell-based assay
cell culture
o Protocol-drive non-routine testing
o Peer review (calculations, logs, etc.)
Quality Control Systems:
o Basic understanding of compliance/guidance/regulations pertaining to assigned area
o Identifies and supports change and continuous improvement using LEAN practices such as 5S and Kaizen
o Author laboratory investigations and revise Standard Operating Procedures through independent thought and collaboration with minimal Supervisor support
Laboratory Support:
o Sample Log In and traceability
o Monitor controlled temperature units
o Receive, label, and restock reagents and supplies
o Laboratory upkeep/housekeeping activities
Behavioral/Cultural Responsibilities:
o Ownership- actively participate in self-development (SLII, IPMP)
o Accountability- follow through on commitments
o Detail oriented- able to complete required tasks and associated documentation with minimal error
o Adaptability- maintain positive attitude in a changing work environment
o Communication- effectively communicate with all levels of staff
o Actively participate in department/level meetings
o Escalate issues through the proper channels
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by those in this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, and other duties may be assigned.
III: Education, Experience & Skills
- Bachelors or Master’s degree in a scientific discipline
- Minimum of 2 years of related experience
- Hands-on experience with one or more assays and instruments: ELISA, HPLC, and cell culture
- Strong technical and communication skills: oral/written and listening
- Personal Competencies: Self-awareness, Integrity, Team Player, Creative, and Flexible.
- Computer skills (MS Office, JMP statistical software, Visio, MS Project)
Successful applicants for this position that are required to be onsite at any Emergent site at any time, must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to legally required exemptions.
There are physical/mental demands and work environment characteristics that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This information is available upon request from the candidate.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform all essential functions.
Emergent BioSolutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and values the diversity of our workforce. Emergent does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
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