Associate Research Scientist Ii

At MIMEDX, our purpose starts with helping patients heal. We are driven by discovering and developing regenerative biologics utilizing human placental tissue to provide breakthrough therapies addressing the unmet medical needs for patients across multiple areas of healthcare. Possessing a strong portfolio of industry leading advanced wound care products combined with a promising clinical pipeline, we are committed to making a transformative impact on the lives of patients we serve globally.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Associate Research Scientist II will support the operation of the Research group. Candidate will participate in the design and execution of test methods, data analysis and some interpretation of the data. Delegated tasks and procedures are expected to be completed in a thorough and timely manner and documented in a comprehensive report to communicate the findings to senior research staff. Candidate should possess a general understanding of cellular and biochemistry principles.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in the design and responsible for the execution of scientific experiments which frequently utilize methods such as protein detection and quantification, enzymatic and other cell-based test methods, immunohistochemistry, microscopic image analyses, and biomaterials testing.
• Analyze data using Microsoft Excel, GraphPad or other data analysis software.
• Interprets findings to suggest scientific conclusions and additional research questions.
• Maintain detailed laboratory notebook and other testing records, adhering to Company’s Good Documentation Practices.
• Performs guided literature reviews to efficiently identify relevant resources.
• Monitors and maintains laboratory equipment, instruments as needed to support the work assigned, including interfacing with appropriate departments to coordinate and document maintenance activities.
• Adheres to policies and practices from the Quality Management System based on Company standards.
• Understands and adheres to the Company’s standards regarding the protection of intellectual property, confidential/proprietary information and trade secrets.
• Interact professionally and effectively with other team members.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

• BS/BA in relevant discipline and 2+ year of experience in related field, or equivalent work experience

OR

• MS/MA/MBA in related field
• Experience and technical knowledge in molecular biology techniques such as including RNA/DNA extraction, quantitative PCR (qPCR), protein extraction and expression analysis from tissues and cell lines.
• Experience with mammalian cell culture
• Demonstrated proficiency at MS Word, MS Excel and Windows-based operating systems
• Good organization skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong oral, written and communication skills
• Must have a professional demeanor and positive attitude
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all members of the research & development laboratories. Must be comfortable interacting at all levels within these functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work to be performed in the Company’s Marietta & Kennesaw, Georgia facilities and may include travel to satellite labs or partner/contract research facilities
• This position will have contact with biomaterials as well as chemicals used in the manufacture of products
• Training will be conducted on the handling and safety practices necessary for the use and disposal of hazardous chemicals and potential biohazards
• This position is laboratory based.
• Possible travel to present at Scientific Conferences and/or meet with collaborators and/or contract research labs several times a year.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to, or requirements for, this job at any time.

Education

• Bachelors or better

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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)