Associate Scientist - BioPharmaceutical LBA and Biomarker Services
Company: KCAS Bioanalytical and Biomarker Services
Location: Olathe
Posted on: January 23, 2023
Job Description:
Description Performing critical work that impacts our industry
and our world's health while problem solving and innovating in the
field - that's what Associate Scientists at KCAS get to do
everyday. If that gets you excited too, then maybe working as an
Associate Scientist at KCAS is a role to consider. When you work as
a BioPharma Associate Scientist at KCAS, you get to further our
mission as the core of KCAS, carrying out and supervising all
aspects of our studies. Our BioPharma lab team quantitates proteins
and anti-drug antibodies to perform early drug discovery,
preclinical toxicology work, and clinical studies, including
multiplexing by LBA (ligand binding assays) platforms, LCMS (liquid
chromatography mass spectrometry), and flow cytometry. Learn more
about our work in BioPharma here: Biomarker Services KCAS
Bioanalytical Services In this role, we'll rely on you to:
- Contribute to the planning of all phases of assigned projects
including, R&D, ensure adequate supplies, method validation,
test procedure preparation, sample analysis, data calculation,
interpretation & review, troubleshooting and report
preparation
- Design basic experiments & evaluate outcome vs. current SOPs,
protocols other relevant standards with assistance; recommend
appropriate course of action as necessary
- Be proficient in using common immunoassay platforms (ELISA,
MSD, Luminex, etc)
- Provide work instructions and guidance to more junior
scientific staff in the conducting of assigned projects
- Process and summarize data and interact with clients and/or
auditors as necessary You'll do all this in graduated sterile labs,
as part of our new state-of-the-art building constructed explicitly
for our purposes. You'll be counted on to share your expertise as a
mentor to those earlier in their career, have direct access to KCAS
leaders to share your vision and ideas, be trusted as an expert in
your field and supported as you write papers and speak at
conferences, and experience opportunities to further advance your
own career and knowledge. You'll also experience the benefit a
casual work environment. And everyday, you'll be part of decisions
and work that pioneers the latest drug development in human and
animal healthcare. At KCAS, demand for our expertise in
bioanalytical and biomarker services is growing, and now is a great
time to join us and be part of our team of dedicated experts who
are together, improving the world's health! Requirements identified
in all KCAS position statements are representative of the minimum
levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform
the job successfully. Employees must possess the ability and
aptitude to follow instructions and perform all assigned duties
proficiently. Employment with KCAS is, at all times, on an
"at-will" basis. WHO YOU ARE You will thrive at KCAS if you enjoy a
relational environment, are purpose- and values-driven, embrace
constant development and supportive leadership, and enjoy being
part of innovative work. To qualify specifically for this role, you
will have:
- Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master's degree in Chemistry,
Immunology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biology or related field,
3 years of experience in a regulated laboratory environment (GLP
preferred) in large molecule immunoassay
development/validation.
- A minimum of 2 years working in an industry lab, CRO or
Pharmaceutical setting (preferred) with GLP/GxP experience (a
plus).
- Demonstrated lab experience utilizing biopharma analytical
techniques (e.g. ligand binding assays including ELISA and
ECL-based assays)
- Cell-based assays experience is a plus.
- Maintain accurate experimental records in a GLP CFR21
Laboratory following SOPs.
- Proficient at pipetting solutions and buffer preparation.
- Skilled with Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN), Microsoft Excel,
and Word to perform tasks.
- Clear communication skills, teamwork, and attention to
detail.
- Solid mathematical abilities.
- Ability to work independently and effectively problem
solve.
- Perform all aspects of job in a way that supports company brand
and supports company mission, vision, and values. Depending on your
background and qualifications, we may consider hiring you for one
of three levels of Scientist roles at KCAS. This will be determined
during the interview process. WHAT YOU'LL GET Our benefits include,
and extend beyond, the traditional package. At KCAS, you'll enjoy
company sponsored events like food trucks, family days and spirit
days. You'll grow in your career with KCAS University. You'll be
able to connect with like-minded employees to further KCAS's
approach to key areas such as wellness, inclusion, and community
outreach. You'll engage as an owner in our stock ownership program.
You'll have access to the latest technology. And, you'll be able to
invest in the community with paid time off to volunteer. WHO WE ARE
We are a fast-growing contract research organization (CRO)
headquartered in Kansas City, pioneering the latest drug
development in both human and animal health fields. Demand for our
expertise is growing and so is our need for great people to work in
nimble, empowered teams committed to one another's growth. At KCAS,
we advance both great science AND great people. Learn more about
KCAS in this video . KCAS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity
Employer. Among other things, we provide equal employment
opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national
origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability,
pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, or any other legally protected category; we recruit
qualified candidates without regard to citizenship status based on
internal processes that enable us to hire the right candidates
consistent with the appropriate U.S. Immigration framework; and (3)
we work with and provide reasonable accommodations to individuals
with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs,
observances, and practices. Anyone who needs a reasonable
accommodation may send an email to or call (for TTY assistance call
711) and ask for Human Resources. IND123
Keywords: KCAS Bioanalytical and Biomarker Services, Olathe , Associate Scientist - BioPharmaceutical LBA and Biomarker Services, Other , Olathe, Kansas
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