Avomeen, proud to be part of Element, is seeking an Scientist I-Bioassay to join our growing team in Ann Arbor MI. The Scientist I develops and conducts basic and applied research projects and complex programs with a higher level of complexity and breadth than Scientist I. Provides scientific/technical guidance to other scientists/analysts as subject matter expertise in a particular field. Works independently and has occasional interaction with customers.

• Develops and conducts moderately complex and applied research projects
• Utilizes established technologies to study biological, molecular and chemical processes.
• Develops and writes technical reports of testing results
• Generates client reports and supporting laboratory documentation in compliance with company SOPs
• Handles moderately complex matters and problems, escalates complicated issues to others
• Strong focus on single processes or multiple tasks that are closely related to a single process
• Erroneous decisions may impact customer delivery and monthly business results
• Ability to develop new solutions, techniques, and methods to solve for specific, complex needs
• Communicates effectively with clients and colleagues through written and oral presentation
• Is able to develop test methods and technical test protocols
• Capable of working independently on a daily basis
• Is client focused as demonstrated by delivering projects in a timely manner with minimal errors
• Able to draw and defend conclusions based upon analytical data
• Demonstrates problem-solving abilities and an attitude of learning
• Is able to perform Peer Review of the work of others
• Performs other related duties as assigned

• BS (5-8 years’ experience), MS (3-6 years’ experience) or Ph.D. (2-4 years’ experience)
• Experience with mammalian cell culture
• Experience with advanced instrumentation such as LC-MS, GC, and HPLC
• Experience with method development and characterization
• Experience with method validation and cGMP compliance

• Effective scientific writer (experience with report writing)

• Effective oral presenter (experience with scientific presentations)

• Effective time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

• Must be a flexible, adaptable, self-driven team player with a positive attitude

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

   

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

   

• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment

   

• Ability to work in a team environment

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At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) 

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