Research Associate II in Hamburg bei Agena Bioscience
Research Associate II in Hamburg bei Agena Bioscience
Research Associate II, Assays By Agena
Location: Hamburg, Germany – Unlimited – Fulltime
Scope/Role/Description
Plan, organize, and execute studies in research and/or development group area of focus. Make detailed observations, analyze data, interpret results, and maintain records according to prescribed standards.Collaborate with team members and within research department.
Responsibilities
- Perform experiments under direct supervision according to departmental needs for particular area of Applications Development or R&D (e.g. assay development, sample extraction, feasibility studies, stability studies, genetic analyses, etc.).
- Execute studies by following written instructions.
- Analyze and interpret study results under guidance of supervisor.
- Operate standard laboratory instrumentation.
- Assist in ordering lab supplies.
- Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment.
- Maintain lab in accordance with regulatory and safety practices.
- Record experimental information organized in notebook according to company policies.
Required skills and experience
Skills
- Proficiency with MS Office including word and excel.
- Knowledge in DOE and statistical data analysis tools.
- Proficient with organization, documentation, and communication.
- Completes a variety of complex or difficult tasks; uses standard protocols to determine methods and procedures for new assignments.
- Applies advanced technical/ administrative knowledge and skills.
- Applies job skills and company policies and procedures to complete a variety of tasks.
- Requires experience and good knowledge of the job: a substantial acquaintance with and understanding of general job aspects, and a limited understanding of technical aspects of the job.
Problem Solving
- Identifies and solves problems using defined procedures and policies.
- Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature where ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is required.
- Makes routine decisions based upon established guidelines and department procedures.
Independence
- Independently recognize inconsistencies in quality of results and troubleshoot.
- Works independently on new and ongoing assignments by following standard protocols.
- Normally receives no instructions on routine work, general instructions on new assignments.
- Supervision is limited, no instructions are needed on routine work, and general instructions are given on new lines of work or special assignments.
- May provide on-the-job training to new team members.
Interactions
- Typically coordinates information and resources across different teams, understanding the way these complement and support each other.
- Frequently interacts with peers and supervisors exchange or present factual information.
- Prepares support materials for presentation by others.
- Works on individual or team assignments.
- Interacts within department and on occasions with other groups to meet department objectives.
Impact
- Failure to achieve results can normally be overcome without serious effect on schedules and projects.
Leadership
- Follows team efforts and decisions.
- Helps build consensus when necessary.
- May participate in training lower level employees in area of expertise
Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry or related sciences.
- Experience with biochemistry techniques including mass spectrometry.
- 2 - 5 years experience in a laboratory environment.
- Experience with DNA diagnostic techniques including PCR amplification.
- Experience with genomic databases and assay development for clinical diagnostics.
Physical Demands & Environmental Conditions
- Regularly walks, stands, and sits.
- Regularly works with pipettes, laboratory instrumentation/equipment and on computer for approximately 6-8 hours a day.
- Exposed to biohazards and other hazardous materials (chemical reagents and samples) on a regular basis.
- Occasionally lifts, pushes/pull, and carries 5-25 pounds when transporting samples for up to 2-3 hours per month.
- Exposed to hazardous materials (dry ice) on a weekly basis.
- Must follow lab safety practices when working with frozen or hazardous materials including use of personal protective equipment such as: gloves, lab coats, and safety glasses.
- Must be able to read and understand scientific and complex directions.
Agena Bioscience, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive considerati