Molecular Scientist Automation

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Molecular Scientist with a strong background in pharmaceutical laboratory experience to join a growing team at a PSS client site. This role will involve support for programming automated liquid handling and robotic platforms to support high-throughput sample analysis in a GXP-compliant environment for clinical and bioanalytical testing. The role will include routine testing via high throughput assays such as qPCR on these automated platforms. This is a brand-new lab so flexibility in day-to-day tasks will be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to new lab setup integrating automation into pharmaceutical workflows to enhance efficiency and compliance
• Utilize automated liquid handlers plate readers Luminex and PCR systems
• Operate and maintain advanced robotic systems (e.g. Tecan Hamilton Biomek) and related instruments to run routine assays
• Perform routine cleaning calibration and verification of automated platforms including daily startup/shutdown.
• Document all activities in electronic laboratory notebooks (ELN) and LIMS for full traceability.
• Cross-train to support other functions such as Sample Management Ligand-Binding Assays PCR Assays and Compliance.

Qualifications :

Basic Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Life Sciences/Engineering or related field with at least 1 year of industry experience with the following OR a Masters degree in Life Sciences/Engineering with at least 6 months of industry experience with the following:
  • Operating and troubleshooting automated liquid handlers (Tecan Hamilton Biomek)
  • Hands-on industry experience with PCR-based assays.
• Authorization to work in the country without restriction or sponsorship.
• Ability to work safely with potentially infectious samples and hazardous chemicals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in GLP/GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environments.
• Familiarity with LIMS and other laboratory informatics tools.
• Knowledge of System Development Life Cycle and instrument validation.
• Experience with ligand-binding assays and bioanalytical workflows.

Additional Information :

Position is Full Time Monday-Friday 8am-5 pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of West Point PA are encouraged to apply

Excellent full-time benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage dental and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holiday
• Yearly goal-based bonus & eligibility for merit-based increases
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Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time