Associate Scientist

Description

The R&D Microbiology Associate Scientist will provide support to laboratory activities through purchasing requests and microbiologic strain culturing.

Position Details

• Responsible for the order and maintenance of equipment used in assigned activities.
• Responsible for purchase orders of requested equipment and reagents through internal tools (EPROC).
• Prepares media and reagents with autoclave equipment.
• Provides support in performing routine laboratory activities including culture of microorganisms.
• Applies scientific principles and techniques to exercises and experiments.
• Assures compliance of procedures to established protocols and quality standards.
• Organizes workload to meet project goals and understand priorities and completes assignments accordingly.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree Biology or Microbiology or equivalent experience in related field.
• Experience with Identification methods such as VITEK 2 ID, VITEK MS, and standard biochemicals and gram stains is preferred.
• Experience with aseptic technique and handling bacteria.
• Experience with internal tools (Logsheet Manager, Stock Collection Manager, EPROC) not required but a plus.
• Experience with good laboratory practice, laboratory safety and standard laboratory equipment.

Skills

• Ability to acquire, learn and perform new laboratory techniques.
• Analytical thinking
• Collaborative attitude for department and inter-departmental activities
• Ability to work independently as well as in teams.
• Good written and oral communication in English.
• Good computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Good organizational skills.