Lab Assistant I- Cellular & Molecular Biology
Req ID #: 215142
Mattawan, Michigan, USA
What you’ll do
We are seeking a Lab Assistant I for our Cellular & Molecular Biology department at our Mattawan, MI location.
Cellular & Molecular Biology (CMB) personnel are responsible for: the development, performance, and support of in vitro, molecular, and /or cell-based techniques and assays. Activities pertain to both preclinical and clinical studies of cellular and gene therapies that use qPCR and/or ddPCR technologies to assess various attributes including biodistribution, vector shedding, gene expression, formulation, and stability of novel therapeutics in a GLP environment.
Essential Functions (The fundamental Competencies/Skills & Responsibilities of the role (products and services provided/results accomplished) include, but are not limited to, those listed:
- Efficiently perform and document all procedures, materials and results in compliance with applicable regulatory standards as applicable (protocols, methods, SOPs, etc.)
- Demonstrate effective communication skills through informal discussions with peers, supervisor, and team
- Perform all laboratory maintenance functions with minimal oversight
- Perform laboratory support functions such as labeling and solution preparations with oversight
- Assist with maintaining discipline-level inventory of laboratory consumables with oversight
- Write both study and non-study deviations with oversight
- Perform all other related duties as assigned
What you’ll need
Qualifications (Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities required to accomplish the essential functions) include but are not limited to:
- HS/GED/Associate’s degree with no experience
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing at all levels inside and outside the organization
- Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
- Computer skills, commensurate with Essential Functions, including the ability to learn a validated system
- Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to evenings, weekends, extended shifts, and/or extra shifts; sometimes on short notice
What you get
Core Benefits
- Mental/Dental/Vision Plans
- Vacation and Holiday
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Value Added Programs
- Employee discount program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Recognition and Referral Program
Additional Benefits
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Fitness Reimbursement and Wellness Programs
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Parental Leave
About Charles River
Charles River is an early-stage Contact Research Organization (CRO). Here, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people's lives. With 100 sites around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our clients' unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.
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