Biologist I (Sample Management Specialist)

Biologist I (Sample Management Specialist)
$29 - $32/hr with medical benefits available at a cost
1 year initial contract with possible extensions
Onsite in Worcester, MA
Daily Work Schedule Expectations 8 hours (8am-4pm or 9am-5pm) M-F

Orion Group and our largest US client are teaming up for a crucial role at their Bioresearch center in Worcester, MA! Our client is seeking candidates with prior sample management experience.

Don’t pass on this amazing contract opportunity to join a market leading pharmaceutical company!!

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated, independent Biologist I to join the QTAS (Quantitative, Translational and ADME Sciences) department within our Bioresearch Center in Worcester, MA. This role will focus on sample management and bioanalytical support for pre-clinical programs.

The LBA Bioanalytical group conducts quantitative bioanalysis assays of large molecule therapeutics, including monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), ADCs, fusion proteins, and bi-specific antibodies, for PK, PD, and TK studies using ligand binding assays to support drug discovery and early development efforts.

The main responsibilities of the Biologist I will include: Managing samples and reagents using electronic tools such as an Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN) and Laboratory information management systems (LIMS); shipping and receiving lab samples and critical reagents; performing pre-analytical sample processing in compliance with environmental health and safety guidelines; conducting sample analysis using ligand binding assays; and generating high-quality bioanalytical data to enable data summary and PK analysis.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Primary responsibilities (operational, ~80%):

• Coordinate and execute sample receiving and sample QC in LIMS and Smartsheet.
• Manage and maintain sample and critical reagent inventory, using LIMS and Smartsheet.
• Maintain freezers and sample discard scheduling per SOP
• Maintain, prepare, and periodically report lab metrics using Smartsheet and Power BI.
• Maintain and update analysis queue via Smartsheet.
• Adress sample discrepancies and communicate effectively and promptly with study leads.

Secondary responsibilities (lab-facing, ~20%):

• As operational schedule allows, run ligand binding assays following BA protocols.
• Initiate, design, review, and troubleshoot assays independently and efficiently.
• Effectively communicate experimental plans and results orally and in writing.
• Archive data and information in ELN and LIMS accurately and promptly.
• Write and update experimental protocols and procedures with supervision.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in data science, pharmacology, or biology/chemistry with up to 2 years of previous pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry experience.
• Previous sample/inventory management experience is required.
• Strong attention to detail, proven problem-solving capacity, and demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Ability to execute and troubleshoot workflows independently and efficiently.
• Ability to operate and maintain laboratory equipment with independence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to draft technical reports.
• Proficiency with computers and data analysis software including Excel and LIMS.
• Experience with Smartsheet and/or Power BI is strongly preferred.
• Experience in manual and automated ligand binding assay workflow is highly desirable.
• Experience in data-driven troubleshooting of ligand binding assays is highly desirable.

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