Primary Talent Partners · 4 days ago
Scientist - I (Assistant)
Rahway, NJ
Contract
Onsite
Entry Level
$24/hr - $30/hr
1+ years expPrimary Talent Partners has a new contract opening for a Scientist - I (Assistant) to join our pharmaceutical client. The role involves preparing laboratory reagents, performing lab-scale fermentation runs, and maintaining records following good laboratory practices.
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Responsibilities
Prepare laboratory reagents, solutions, and culture media
Perform lab-scale fermentation runs to meet different needs
Set up process equipment for lab-scale experiments
Perform analytical assays
Analyze, collate, track, and report data back to client staff members
Maintain records and test results following good laboratory practices (GLP) guidance
Work independently and efficiently
Document work clearly and perform tests accurately
Communicate effectively with client staff members
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Biology, Bio/chemistry, Bio/chemical Engineering, or related science or engineering field
At least 1yr of laboratory experience in Molecular Biology, Protein Biochemistry, and/or upstream process development
Prepare laboratory reagents, solutions, and culture media
Perform lab-scale fermentation runs to meet different needs
Set up process equipment for lab-scale experiments
Perform analytical assays
Analyze, collate, track, and report data back to client staff members
Maintain records and test results following good laboratory practices (GLP) guidance
Work independently and efficiently
Document work clearly and perform tests accurately
Communicate effectively with client staff members
This position will require occasional off-hour and/or weekend work (10-20% of hours may be 'off-shift')
This position will require work with Biosafety Level-1 organisms
Preferred
General laboratory skills, experience with aseptic manipulations, pipettes
Experience in culturing microbial cells at different scales
Experience in protein biochemistry and analytical methods (e.g. SDS-PAGE, Western Blot, ELISA)
Basic knowledge of fermentation
Experience using formulas and linking spreadsheets in Excel
Highly computer literate
Capable of quickly learning and adapting to new computer programs
Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
Benefits
No PTO
No Benefits
ACA-compliant supplemental package available for enrollment
Company
Primary Talent Partners
Primary Talent Partners is a staffing agency that provides recruiting and employment services for IT, engineering, and corporate sectors.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Darcy Todd, CCWP
SVP, Strategic Partnerships
Beth Hackett
Vice President Strategic Partnerships
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