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SalaryLocated at the Evotec (US) Inc. Branford, CT. facility, the Research Assistant will provide support in the receipt and registration of external compound samples to fulfill client orders. In this hands-on, laboratory-based life science role, the successful candidate must be a competent, self-directed individual who employs a high level of autonomy. The successful candidate must be comfortable learning about and using lab instruments/software. The position provides an excellent opportunity to support promising drug discovery companies while developing laboratory skills in a cutting-edge biotechnology facility.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Receive and register all compound samples from internal and external sources to be added to the compound inventory, including packaging/unpackaging, labelling, sorting, and proper storage/fulfillment.
- Deploy automated processes, including automated weighers, as part of the compound registration process.
- Responsible for meeting internal timelines for compound registration into the Titian Mosaic software.
- Address issues and discrepancies related to all aspects of data integrity, compound registration, shipments, etc. at the Branford site.
- Be able to communicate effectively between Laboratory Operations and the Project Management Office as necessary.
- Assist in shipping/receiving or other areas of the laboratory.
- Additional duties and responsibilities as required.
- Develop and update standard operating procedures for lab processes and shared equipment as necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of at least one (1) year experience in a laboratory environment.
- Bachelor of Science Degree, preferably in biology, chemistry, or related life sciences discipline preferred.
- Familiarity with sample handling or pharmaceutical industry is a plus.
- Experience with compound registration and/or other compound management informatics platforms, Titian Mosaic experience preferred.
- Excellent multi-tasking, organizational, record keeping, and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary, team-oriented, collaborative, high performance environment.
- Customer service focused, with an excellent work ethic and an optimistic attitude.
- Personable and articulate, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Be able to sit/stand for multiple hours at a time.
Evotec (US) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
