Associate Scientist I
BioIVT
Summary
Under general guidance the Associate Scientist I will perform manufacturing of products, troubleshoot product issues. Conducts routine functions and duties related to the production and/or characterization of products, as well as laboratory upkeep and drug metabolism-related biomedical research.
Job description
Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepares subcellular fractions from both human and animal tissues, including necropsy procedures, tissue processing and centrifugation. Dilutes and verifies protein concentration of bulk subcellular fractions.
- Prepares fresh and/or cryopreserved hepatocytes from both human and animal livers, including necropsy procedures, tissue processing, isolation and plating of cells, maintenance of cultured cells, and cryopreservation of cells.
- Manufacture products to meet internal specifications through strict adherence to SOPs. Escalate and assist in making changes to SOP's or work-flow processes.
- Administers DEA approved Controlled Substances to humanely euthanize purpose bred laboratory animals. Performs small animal surgery, including organ harvesting.
- Performs rodent hepatocyte isolations as a perfusionist. Can isolate rodent hepatocytes from at least 3 mice at a time, with minimal loss of cells.
- Independently process intact human livers and tissues and performs all other types of animal hepatocyte isolations from intact animal livers.
- Maintains laboratories and equipment, performs minor repairs and troubleshooting on equipment. Maintains laboratory supplies and solutions needed for production.
- Completes Batch Record folders, maintains instruments, and equipment logbooks. Executes production related work orders.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (B.S./B.A.) from four-year college or university with 2 years' experience; combination of education and experience. Bachelor's degree in a biological or chemical science field preferred.
- Literate and proficient in the use of personal computers and peripheral equipment. Proficient in software programs such as word processing, spreadsheet, and graphics. Ability to learn new software programs.
- Ability to work in a team laboratory environment with knowledge or familiarity with scientific terminology.
- Utilizes sterile technique. Safe handling of dry ice and liquid nitrogen.
- A full-time Monday through Friday workweek with general business hours. This position serves on the On-Call Team and will work rotating weekends and occasionally work evening hours.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (B.S./B.A.) from four-year college or university with 2 years' experience; combination of education and experience.
- Bachelor's degree in a biological or chemical science field preferred.
- Literate and proficient in the use of personal computers and peripheral equipment.
- Proficient in software programs such as word processing, spreadsheet, and graphics.
- Ability to learn new software programs.
- Ability to work in a team laboratory environment with knowledge or familiarity with scientific terminology.
- Utilizes sterile technique.
- Safe handling of dry ice and liquid nitrogen.
- A full-time Monday through Friday workweek with general business hours.
- This position serves on the On-Call Team and will work rotating weekends and occasionally work evening hours.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Hospital indemnity insurance
- Accident insurance
- Retirement plan
- Company match
- Competitive time-off policies
Company overview
BioIVT, formerly known as BioreclamationIVT, is a leading global provider of high-quality biological specimens and value-added research services. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Hicksville, New York, the company specializes in control and disease state samples including human and animal tissues, cell products, blood, and other biofluids. With approximately 501-1,000 employees operating across 29 locations in 7 countries, BioIVT serves as a critical partner for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic companies engaged in drug discovery and development. The company's unmatched portfolio of clinical specimens directly supports precision medicine research by coupling comprehensive clinical data with donor samples. As the world's premier supplier of ADME-Tox model systems, including hepatocytes and subcellular fractions, BioIVT enables scientists to better understand pharmacokinetics and drug metabolism of newly discovered compounds. Their Research Services team provides in vitro hepatic modeling solutions and collaborates with clients to accelerate medical breakthroughs. BioIVT's commitment to quality, ethical sourcing, and data integrity has established them as a trusted partner in advancing scientific research and improving patient outcomes.