Research Scientist I and II

Research Scientist I and II - Lenexa, KSKelly Science and Clinical has two openings, Research Scientist I and Research Scientist II. These positions are direct-Hire, fully benefited, and for a highly reputable company. These positions will be in the BioPharma R&D group and have no direct reports. Depending on experience level, candidates will be considered for either level I or level II.Summary:The Research Scientists are primarily responsible for conducting research, development, validation, and execution of assays to meet the development requirements within corporate/client timelines and cost objectivesEssential Responsibilities:Research Scientist ILearn new techniques and instrumentation

Implement research plans, designs, and testing protocols

Operate, calibrate, and maintain all laboratory equipment and instruments according to standard operating procedures to ensure quality results

Keep accurate documentation of all research project steps according to Viracor Eurofins regulatory guidelines

Complete scientific write-ups of results and methods of performed experiments

Accurately prepare, label and store reagents, standards, controls, proficiency testing material and patient specimens for analytical, clinical and biopharma validations analysis and short and long-term storage

Assist in writing validation reports, standard operating procedures and study-specific work instructions

Accurate pipetting and bench-level skills (i.e., pipette standard curves to within accurate limits stated in procedure manual)

Disposes of biohazardous materials, chemical waste, sharp and other potentially hazardous materials according to policy

Participates in quality assurance/quality improvement activities. Follows all QC guidelines as stated in the Procedure Manual

Represent department and the organization favorably and in accordance with established Company standards and associate attributes at all times

Other duties as assigned by management Implement quality systems and quality assurance within diagnostic development efforts

Research Scientist IIMeet Research Scientist I responsibilities plus the following:

Write standard operating procedures and study-specific work instructions with minimal assistance

Write development and validation plans and reports with minimal assistance

Assist in preparation of poster presentations for national scientific meetings

Assist in writing articles and research papers for publications

Assists on the review process of validation documentation: protocols and reports

Assist on establishing clear timelines per assigned projects

Ability to multitask more than one assignment at a given time

Perform literature searches and organize research article databases

Communicate with clients, when necessary, within project meetings or independently via email or phone

Education/Knowledge/Skills Required:Research Scientist IBA/BS degree required or equivalent experience

0-3 years research and/or clinical laboratory experience, focused on method development

Ability to read, understand, and follow safety and corporate procedures

Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures for research projects or diagnostic method development

Goal oriented, with excellent time management and organizational skills

Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to interact effectively and work efficiently with people at all levels in an organization

Ability to keep sensitive information confidential

High level of proficiency with PC based software programs

Willing to work with potentially infectious human blood and body fluids

Research Scientist IIFully meet the Research Scientist I requirements plus the following :

3-6 years research and/or clinical laboratory experience, focused on method development

Ability to carefully plan, organize, coordinate, and conduct multiple scientific research projects or diagnostic method development simultaneously

Ability to develop and follow research methodology and practice

Shift details : The hours for this position are Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm and onsite (no remote or hybrid option). NOTE: OT as neededPay:$53,900K/yr+ depending on experience (Research Scientist I)

$60,000/yr+ depending on experience (Research Scientist II)

For immediate consideration and more information, please contact me directly by sending your resume to Tierra.Barbour@kellyscientific.com or by calling me at 804-991-0745#EGYou should know: Your safety matters! Vaccination against COVID-19 may be a requirement for this job in compliance with current client and governmental policies. A Kelly recruiter will confirm and share more details with you during the interview process.Why Kelly ® Science & Clinical?Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.About Kelly ®At Kelly, we’re always thinking about what’s next and advising job seekers on new ways of working to reach their full potential. In fact, we’re a leading advocate for temporary/nontraditional workstyles, because we believe they allow flexibility and tremendous growth opportunities that enable a better way to work and live (plus, did we mention we provide a ton of benefits ?). Connecting great people with great companies is what we do best, and our employment opportunities span a wide variety of workstyles, skill levels, and industries around the world.Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center.

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