Bench Scientist 42792

  • Contract

Company Description

Makro Scientific:

Growing Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology and Medical Device companies always need TOP Talent. Since 1996, MakroScientific’s proven staffing solutions have helped many Life Sciences companies succeed and visualize their goals by increasing innovation and decreasing costs while maintaining the complex service level expectations.

Our global presence with offices in USA (NJ, PA, IL, CA) and offices in UK, Europe and Asia enables us to be a powerful contributor and connector of right Talent.

Job Description

The scientist will work closely with his/her supervisor to conduct routine in vitro drug metabolism studies designed to evaluate molecules as inhibitors of drug metabolizing enzyme. The individual will work in the Pharmacokinetics, Dynamics and Metabolism (PDM) department to support R&D portfolios.Perform standard chemical calculations to accurately prepare laboratory solutions and dilutions for screening.Conduct in vitro experiments with bio hazardous material both manually and with robotic systems. Quantification of samples by LC/MS and analyzing data using excel and/or Graph Pad Prism.Generate high quality data in a timely manner, reviewing and uploading data into databases.With support of his/her supervisor and colleagues, the candidate will work as a member of a team and be accountable for the critical appraisal of their results.Accurate record keeping and ability to follow precise steps in a protocol are required.Perform and maintain lab supply inventory and order as appropriate

Qualifications

BS in chemistry, biochemistry, biology or related field.Exp 3-6 years

Additional Information

 Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills.Ability to perform and record data entry via computer systems while adhering to laboratory SOPs is mandatory.Previous knowledge of Universal Precautions, Blood Borne Pathogen training, Microsoft Office including Excel and Graph Pad Prism is preferable.Candidate must be able to quickly learn new in-house software for data management.The candidate will have solid training and knowledge in standard chemical calculations to accurately prepare laboratory solutions and calculate dilutions for screening, Experience in assay development and mechanisms of enzyme inhibition are preferred.Experience with automation of assays and LC-MS is also desired.