Biologist I

Overview:

Business Title: Analyst I

Position Title: Biologist I

Division: Consumer Products Services

Entity: Consumer Products Services/ATL

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Reports to: Manager

FLSA: Non-exempt

Hours Worked: Typically, Monday through Friday, forty-hours per week. However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the department and complete other projects as assigned.

Position Summary:

The Biologist I will be primarily responsible for the organization, preparation, and analysis of clinical and preclinical samples. Proper documentation and lab notebooking are essential in this role.

Duties and Responsibilities:

It is everyone’s responsibility to live out our Values and Absolutes by Shaping a World of Trust while ensuring responsible progress.

• Plan and run commercial ELISA testing and perform data analysis

• Run MSD and focus on method development and analytical troubleshooting

• Operate and maintain the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) to register, sort, track and aliquot clinical and preclinical samples, ensuring accurate sample identification, chain-of-custody and data integrity throughout the sample life cycle.

• Use liquid handler automations including Tecan, Hamilton and other robotic systems

• Maintain and operate standard laboratory equipment including centrifuges, pipettes, spectrophotometers, ELISA readers, as well as specialized equipment necessary to support the laboratory

• Perform Western Blot testing

• Record data in Electronic Lab Notebooks

• Assist with sample management and inventory management

• Knowledge of analyzing data with familiarity to Excel and other analytical techniques

• Comply with clients and company management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies

• Follow guidelines set forth by clients and in the company Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures

• Other duties as defined by manager, department needs and workload

• Comply with clients and Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies.

• Adhere to the requirements of the BV-CPS Quality System.

Skills & Proficiencies:

• Embraces AI mentality

• Professional, clear and concise communication required in written and verbal formats

• Proven Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, and PowerPoint skills

• Ability to learn quickly and understand job specific software

• Ability to understand basic scientific terminology and communicate it to others

• Team oriented and ability to work in a collaborative environment

• Proven multi-tasker that thrives on juggling multiple projects in a deadline driven environment

• Possess strong organizational skills with ability to quickly assess project status and communicate it effectively

• Driven, energetic person able to coordinate activities among different areas of the department

• Proven consistent pipetting skills

• Knowledge of scientific research principles, practices and protocols

• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures

• Champion company values including team engagement

Education and Experience:

• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Biology or closely related field
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in laboratory environment

Compensation Range: $24.00-$26.00 per hour (e.g., the job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, and actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as location, education, experience, and skillset).