Bench Scientist

Description

Rangam is seeking candidates for a Contract role as a Bench Scientist with our client Pfizer, one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies. Seeking candidates in  Andover, MA  or willing to relocate.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday / First Shift

Position Summary

 Meaningful contribution to the preparation of biological samples for the method development, assay qualification, and sample support specifically related to clinical biomarker initiatives across therapeutic areas.

• Proficient in understanding, following, performing, and documenting complex experiments in a timely manner
• Experience in advanced liquid pipetting and electronic lab notebook documentation
• Ability to communicate workflows and findings effectively in the form of well-organized presentations and procedures to various audiences including external CRO vendors
• Interest in learning large molecule mass spectrometry techniques related to clinical outcomes in a fast paced, well outfitted laboratory
• Willingness to assist with general lab operations such as instrument set-up, maintenance, cleaning, and troubleshooting
• Responsible for general laboratory and operational support. Including providing logistical support for samples and compounds management, ordering supplies and carrying out general bench work activities.

Position Responsibilities

• Preparation of biological samples and associated calibration curves in a highly reproducible and accurate manner for mass spectrometry analysis
• Timely and complete documentation of experimental procedures and/or results in electronic lab notebook
• Design of experiments in collaboration with colleagues to satisfy project deliverables
• Assistance with general lab operations (instrument maintenance, cleaning, calibration, etc)
• Generation of scientific collateral using Microsoft Office applications and effective presentation of findings to audiences. Includes preparation of experimental procedures and training of others.

Organizational Relationships

• Pfizer PDM Biomarkers and Biomeasures
• Pfizer Clinical Biomarkers & Translational Medicine
• Pfizer Drug Safety R&D
• Pfizer Oncology Research Unit

Education And Experience

• BS/MS degree in chemistry, biological sciences, biochemistry, or related fields
• 0-3 years of experience
• PhD: No

Technical Skills Requirements

• Biological sample preparation experience involving a multi-step process to isolate, purify, and concentrate an analyte of interest
• Experience in the operation of standing laboratory equipment including manual and automated pipetting
• Working understanding of protein biochemistry and mass spectrometry
• Ability to multitask as both an independent contributor and a collaborative team member
• Strong organizational and communication skills including familiarity with generating scientific collateral using Microsoft Office applications

Physical Position Requirements

• Ability to meet the standard requirements for a lab-based role and perform all typical lab related activities (lifting ≤20 pounds, frequent pipetting, long stretches on feet, etc)
• Potential sample handling and processing of human and NHP tissues and blood

It is the policy of Rangam Consultants, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to any legally protected status such as race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.  

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