Research Assistant

Description Evotec (US) Inc. has a Compound Management Research Assistant position open, located at a Merck facility. The purpose of this position is to provide laboratory processing of client orders, the majority of which will involve manual weighing and liquid handling of compounds. The position requires a highly motivated individual able to work independently, and as part of a team, ensure the successful fulfillment of orders. This role is expected to have further due diligence and increased understanding of workflows, SOPs, etc. Responsibilities include performing the day-to-day work and participating in the workload scheduling. The compounds may be potentially hazardous. Prior to start, Evotec (US) Inc. will train the individual in lab safety. Safety glasses, lab coats, and gloves will be required while working. Merck site specific training, automation, computers, and any other material will be provided in support of compound management activities. Duties and Responsibilities: • Use of analytical balances, fume hoods and weighing enclosures, liquid handling instruments, and basic chemical handling procedures to process orders according to departmental timelines. • Data handling, inventory tracking, accurate record keeping, shipping processes, and following Merck Standard Operating Procedures for assigned tasks. Required Qualifications: • Chemical lab experience: pharmaceutical/biotechnology lab experience preferred. • Operation of an analytical balance and use of liquid handling instruments; experience using Tecan and Biomek liquid handling instruments desirable. • Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to follow specific instructions and written protocols. • Ability to multi-task, work independently, identify, and resolve problems with minimal supervision. • Keep accurate records, work safely, and complete work on schedule. • Experience using Titian’s Mosaic compound management software platform is desirable. • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft office suite. Education and experience: BS or equivalent with scientific discipline and 1-2 years’ experience Evotec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Federal contractors are required to maintain a drug-free workplace as mandated by the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. This federal requirement supersedes state laws that permit the use of cannabis. Evotec (US) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Evotec is a life science company with a unique business model that delivers on its mission to discover and develop highly effective therapeutics and make them available to the patients. The Company’s multimodality platform comprises a unique combination of innovative technologies, data and science for the discovery, development, and production of first-in-class and best-in-class pharmaceutical products. Evotec leverages this “Data-driven R&D Autobahn to Cures” for proprietary projects and within a network of partners including all Top 20 Pharma and over 800 biotechnology companies, academic institutions, as well as other healthcare stakeholders. Evotec has strategic activities in a broad range of currently underserved therapeutic areas, including e.g. neurology, oncology, as well as metabolic and infectious diseases. Within these areas of expertise, Evotec aims to create the world-leading co-owned pipeline for innovative therapeutics and has to-date established a portfolio of more than 200 proprietary and co-owned R&D projects from early discovery to clinical development. Evotec operates globally with more than 5,000 highly qualified people. The Company’s 17 sites offer highly synergistic technologies and services and operate as complementary clusters of excellence. For additional information please go to www.evotec.com and follow us on X/Twitter @Evotec and LinkedIn. Please click on the link below to access and review our Privacy Information for Applicants: Privacy Information for Applicants