R&D Scientist I

Meridian Bioscience is a fully integrated life science company that develops, manufactures, markets and distributes a broad range of innovative diagnostic products. We are dedicated to developing and delivering better solutions that give answers with speed, accuracy and simplicity that are redefining the possibilities of life from discovery to diagnosis. We are looking for talented and passionate individuals that help drive our vision. Our innovative culture will allow interested candidates to discover and create, through collaboration, cutting edge solutions to tough problems.

Primary role is to design and execute experiments, draw conclusions, and make data-driven decisions.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Independently design and execute experiments.
• Present data, draw meaningful conclusions and recommend decisions.
• Be strong contributors to brainstorm discussions.
• Working with assay team members to organize internal studies.
• Serve as technical expert in the assay team and lead discussions.
• Work cross-functionally to facilitate technology transfer.
• Train junior team members.
• Contribute to completion of milestones associated with specific projects.

Other Duties/Physical Requirements:

• Proficient knowledge in the areas of microbiology, immunology and biochemistry as related to infectious diseases and immunoassay development.
• Experience in laboratory techniques related to protein chemistry and assay development such as protein expression and purification, antibody development and purification and various protein analysis techniques.
• Proficient data management skills using statistical software such as Minitab.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills. Ability to present data, communicate and collaborate cross-functionally.
• Proficient documentation skills at GLP/GMP levels.
• Ability to plan and organize studies within an assay team.
• Ability to serve as a technical expert to lead discussions within an assay team and recommend decisions.

Minimum Education or Equivalent Experience Required/Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science degree with 5 years of practical experience, or Master of Science degree with 2 years of practical experience, or Ph.D. degree.

Competencies Required or preferred:

• Proficient knowledge in the areas of microbiology, immunology and biochemistry as related to infectious diseases and immunoassay development.
• Experience in laboratory techniques related to protein chemistry and assay development such as protein expression and purification, antibody development and purification and various protein analysis techniques.
• Proficient data management skills using statistical software such as Minitab.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills. Ability to present data, communicate and collaborate cross-functionally.
• Proficient documentation skills at GLP/GMP levels.
• Ability to plan and organize studies within an assay team.
• Ability to serve as a technical expert to lead discussions within an assay team and recommend decisions.

Required Travel %:

• 0-10% travel required

*We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. (USA Only)*