Associate Scientist

Associate Scientist
Worcester, MA
6+ month contract - possible extension
Hourly Rate $30-33/hr
Shift hours:
* Sunday to Wed 6:00 am to 4:30pm (1 opening)
* Wed to Saturday 6:00 am to 4:30pm (1 opening)

Orion Group is seeking to hire two Associate Scientists for our premiere pharmaceutical manufacturing client in Worcester, MA. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 yrs experience in manufacturing, QA, QC or R&D in the pharma or biologics industry.

The Associate Scientist II performs laboratory testing within a fast paced GMP environment in support of one or more of the following areas; raw materials, environmental monitoring, in-process product, final Bulk product, stability, and/or validation. They will Analyze test data and evaluates results, write procedures with guidance, and work under the guidance of a supervisor but also manage time efficiently in achieving timely completion of assigned duties.

Responsibilities:
* Performs test methods as written to support product/material release.
* Understands and maintains a safe work environment for themselves and others in accordance with procedural requirements.
* Understands, implements and maintains GMP with respect to laboratory records, procedures and systems in accordance with procedural requirements
* Will perform a multitude of laboratory techniques for which they are trained
* Accepts responsibility to complete assigned tasks as committed. Works with others to maintain a positive atmosphere to accomplish business objectives.
* Revises procedures as necessary and provides support for department.
* Support investigations
* Will effectively perform a multitude of laboratory techniques for which they are trained on with minimal error.

Qualifications:
* Bachelor's Degree in related life science discipline OR High School Diploma
* Must have 2 to 3 years of combined experience in Manufacturing, QA, QC, R&D in pharmaceutical or biologics industry
* Possesses basic lab knowledge and ability to operate, troubleshoot, calibrate & maintain lab instruments
* Experience in a GMP Lab is ideal

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.