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$ 70000 - 85000
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Job Description
Smithers PDS LLC (Pharmaceutical Development Services) assists in the development of new medicines by providing bioanalytical services for all phases of drug development from discovery through approval and post market surveillance. PDS works with customers to develop new methods validate existing methods as well as performing the assays necessary to analyze samples from patients on more than 100 clinical trials currently in different phases of the FDA regulated drug approval process. Our expert scientists perform large molecule bioanalysis assay development validation and sample analysis at our GLP GCP and CLIA compliant laboratories.
Smithers PDS is seeking a Scientist to join our team in Gaithersburg MD. The Scientist performs data analysis and various assays according to SOP with reliability while applying and meeting GLP GCP and/or CLIA requirements. This position assists with ensuring that the lab materials and equipment are maintained.
This position is salaried and is classified as an exempt position. Exempt employees typically work 40 hours or more to adequately perform their responsibilities. Extended work hours may be necessary to support the business in meeting client deliverable commitments.
The salary range for the role is $70000 $85000 per year commensurate with experience. Smithers PDS has a comprehensive health insurance package including a choice of 3 medical plans dental vision 401K retirement plan and PTO.
Corporate Responsibilities:
- Adherence to laboratory health and safety procedures.
- Adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Adherence to applicable company policies and guidelines.
- Adherence to federal and/or local regulations as applicable (GLP GCP GMP CLIA etc..
Essential Position Responsibilities:
- Experience and knowledge of Ligandbinding assays (e.g. ELISA / MSD) applicable to Pharmacokinetic Biomarker and Immunogenicity studies is required.
- Independently perform service tasks as directed.
- Perform analysis including method transfer development validation and sample testing in support of GLP studies.
- Responsible for data interpretation and provide data summaries for studies.
- Perform study activities to meet the regulatory GLP protocol and SOP requirements.
- Maintain the experimental records and raw data in a secure way to protect the integrity of the data.
- Review and check data generated by other staff as assigned.
- May represent group in cross departmental initiatives.
- Work safely with potentially hazardous substances exercise universal precautions.
- Function effectively in a teamoriented atmosphere and work independently when necessary.
- Knowledge of Watson LIMS and cell culture techniques a plus.
- Perform other duties as assigned including operational duties in areas of appropriate experience and training.
Job Requirements:
- BA/BS in biology life sciences or chemistry field and at least 2 years of experience in immunological assay development; or
- MS in biology life sciences or chemistry field and 1 year of experience in immunological assays; or
- Knowledge of CRO and GLP GCP and/or CLIA experience preferred.
- Experience in PK ADA and Bioassays
- Excellent communication skills both oral and written and strong organizational skills.
- Proficient in the use of basic computer applications such as MS Word and Excel.
- Ability to multitask and produce quality analysis while working under the pressure of strict deadlines.
- Overtime weekend and holiday work as required.
Professional Responsibilities: (if applicable)
- Attend continuing education courses as appropriate.
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Employment Type
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