KCAS Bio · 19 hours ago
Associate Scientist, BioPharma Molecular
Kansas City, MO
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expKCAS Bio is a fast-growing contract research organization (CRO) headquartered in Kansas City, pioneering the latest drug development in both human and animal health fields. They are seeking an Associate Scientist for their Molecular team to design, develop, validate, and analyze samples using molecular and cell biology techniques in a GLP environment.
BiotechnologyPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Demonstrate technical and scientific skills in molecular technologies, including PCR (qPCR and ddPCR) and handling DNA/RNA
Experience with procedures for the extraction and quantification of nucleic acids
Experience working with human blood, primary cells/tissue, and derived cell culture skills at the BSL-II level
Experience with cell culture is preferred
Plan and carry out assigned experiments. Including method development, method validation, sample analysis, data calculation, interpretation & review, and troubleshooting
Design experiments & evaluate outcomes versus current SOPs, protocols, and other relevant standards. Recommend appropriate course of action as necessary
Act as lead scientist and provide work instructions and technical training to more junior scientific staff in conducting assigned projects
Perform all aspects of the job in a way that supports the company brand, mission, vision, and values
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's, Masters or PhD in microbiology, biochemistry, chemistry, immunology, or related field with 4 years' experience in a scientific laboratory environment
Demonstrate technical and scientific skills in molecular technologies, including PCR (qPCR and ddPCR) and handling DNA/RNA
Experience with procedures for the extraction and quantification of nucleic acids
Experience working with human blood, primary cells/tissue, and derived cell culture skills at the BSL-II level
Plan and carry out assigned experiments. Including method development, method validation, sample analysis, data calculation, interpretation & review, and troubleshooting
Design experiments & evaluate outcomes versus current SOPs, protocols, and other relevant standards. Recommend appropriate course of action as necessary
Act as lead scientist and provide work instructions and technical training to more junior scientific staff in conducting assigned projects
Perform all aspects of the job in a way that supports the company brand, mission, vision, and values
Experience with design, method development, validation, and sample analysis
Experience with GLP requirements and Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
Manage material, equipment, and instrumentation
Analyze and interpret data, prepare summary tables, and review raw data
Assist with the preparation and review of SOPs, study plans, and reports
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills
Self-motivated and driven
Flexible and adaptable – able to work independently and/or in a team environment
Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve – Critical Thinking
Preferred
Experience with cell culture is preferred
Benefits
Company sponsored events like food trucks
Family days
Spirit days
KCAS University
Paid time off to volunteer
Company
KCAS Bio
KCAS Bio is a top-tier contract research organization (CRO) that has 45 years of experience with both large pharma and biotech sponsors, providing comprehensive bioanalytical drug development services from early discovery through registration.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.25M2021-04-15Acquired
2010-12-01Seed· $0.25M
Leadership Team
John Bucksath
CEO/Board Member KCAS, Flowmetric and Active Biomarkers
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