Laboratory Technician I, CMC Biologics Drug Product Development

Laboratory Technician I, CMC Biologics Drug Product Development
Onsite in North Chicago, IL
Hourly Pay Rate: $20
PART TIME - 5 days/week, 4 hours/day preferably in the mornings (around 8am-12pm)

Laboratory Technician, CMC Biologics Drug Product Development - The Biologics Drug Product Development group develops antibody drug conjugates (ADC) and other biologics by state-of-the-art formulation and analytical technologies. We create valuable intellectual property through new formulation compositions and prepare and defend CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing and Control) regulatory content.

We are looking for a person to support laboratory activities, preparing and keeping it ready for experiments while following proper laboratory safety protocols.

Qualifications:
• High school diploma with STEM background and 1-3 years’ experience in a laboratory setting like during a college chemistry or biology class
• AS with 1-3 years of experience
• BS in scientific field with no experience

Key Responsibilities:
• General housekeeping of laboratory: supplies, chemical reagents, and lab equipment.
• Prepare buffers and solution for use in the laboratory.
• Follow proper safety protocols which includes, but not limited to wearing personal protective equipment, and the proper disposal of biohazard and/or chemical waste.

Key competencies:
• Experience in wet bench lab preferred (can be from school) - pH meter, analytical balance, micropipettes, volumetric measurements, mathematical calculations, unit conversions, etc
• Be able to work in a scientific laboratory setting with a strong attention to details, safety, cleanliness, and organization.
• Be able to work independently and follow directions.
• Possess good communication and documentation skills.
• Be able to lift weights and work with hazardous chemicals.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office.

What are the top 3-5 skills, experience or education required for this position:

• Experience in wet bench lab preferred (can be from school) - pH meter, analytical balance, micropipettes, volumetric measurements, mathematical calculations, unit conversions, etc
• Be able to work in a scientific laboratory setting with a strong attention to details, safety, cleanliness, and organization.
• Be able to work independently and follow directions.
• Possess good communication and documentation skills.
• Be able to lift weights and work with hazardous chemicals.

 
Reason for request – Need help with laboratory organization and maintenance to support Developability and Formulation scientists

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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.