Associate Scientist I

Job title: Associate Scientist I

Location: North Chicago, IL, 60064

Duration: 12 Months

Shift: 8 hours between 7 AM to 10 PM

Saturday 1-2 times per month: 8:00AM- 2:30PM

Responsibilities:

• Testing new Transfusion Medicine products in a lab environment. The data generated will be submitted to the FDA for approval.
• 75% in the lab - working on assay and instruments of transfusion.
• 25% at their desk; working on documentation
• Support Reagent manufacturing.
• Conduct investigations on internal nonconformances and customer complaints related to Reagents.
• Assist in developing/ improving Reagent manufacturing processes and products.
• Design experiments and testing schemes, analyze data, write protocols and reports, and present results to a cross-functional team.
• Must demonstrate strong problem-solving and analytical skills and be a team player.

• Must possess a BS in molecular biology, biochemistry, or related field with at least one to two years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of GMP, ISO, and FDA regulations and audits a plus.
• Familiar with process and test method validations.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Shall be able to perform under pressure to meet project deadlines.