Crown Bioscience

Senior Research Associate

Crown Bioscience • $70K — $95K *
Durham, NC 27713In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • B.A/B.S. in chemistry, biochemistry or related field (or equivalent training) with 3-5 years experience or a Master's degree with 2-4 years experience.
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting technical documents and scientific literature.
  • Strong report writing and presentation skills for diverse audiences.
  • Ability to tackle complex scientific and practical problems with logical reasoning.
  • Experience with advanced mathematical concepts and statistical analysis.

Responsibilities

  • Performs drug substance/drug product testing using techniques like HPLC, ELISA, and biophysics.
  • Carries out accurate observations and conducts elementary data analysis.
  • Troubleshoots experiments effectively based on insights gained.
  • Maintains up-to-date knowledge of laboratory instrumentation.
  • Documents lab activities in notebooks, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
  • Stays current with scientific literature and advances in the field.
  • Ensures compliance with safety protocols and proper chemical handling.

Benefits

  • Dynamic and collaborative work environment within a technical analytical team.
  • Hands-on experience with leading bio-analytical techniques and state-of-the-art instrumentation.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education in scientific research.
  • Focus on adherence to safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment.
  • Potential for involvement in innovative projects within the pharmaceutical field.
Full Job Description
Position Summary:

Join a highly technical analytical team in a dynamic work environment where you will participate in contracted client analytical programs as a member of the Analytical, Formulation and Stability (AFS) Department. This role is responsible for executing experimental protocols and performing elementary data analysis in the analytical laboratories. It is the expectation that the analyst follows instruction from their manager to complete the job responsibilities below:

Position Responsibilities:
  • Performs testing on drug substance/drug product, or formulation samples using bio-analytical techniques such as (but not limited to) HPLC, SDS-PAGE, SDS-CGE, ELISA, UV-Vis, and/or biophysical characterization techniques. Regularly exercises technical discretion in the execution and interpretation of experiments that contribute to project goals.
  • Makes detailed observations and carries out elementary data analysis.
  • Understands experiments and conducts troubleshooting analysis.
  • Maintains and updates knowledge of instrumentation.
  • Lab notebook, electronic notebook upkeep and writing skills.
  • Maintains familiarity with current scientific literature; maintains professional expertise through familiarity with scientific literature.
  • Assures proper labeling, handling, and storage of all chemicals used in the area; assures proper labeling and disposition of hazardous waste in satellite areas; adheres to all safety requirements and follows safe procedures, and attends all required safety and health training, including handling hazardous waste.
  • Reacts to change productively and handles other essential tasks as assigned.


Minimum Requirements:
  • Senior Research Associate: B.A or B.S. degree in chemistry, biochemistry or related area (or equivalent training) and 3-5 years of experience or a Master's degree and 2-4 years of experience.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
  • Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
  • Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis


About Crown Bioscience

Crown Bioscience is a global drug discovery and development services company that specializes in preclinical research. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Shanghai, China. Crown Bioscience provides a range of services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, including in vitro and in vivo testing, translational oncology, and more. The company has facilities in China, the United States, and Europe. Crown Bioscience is committed to advancing drug discovery and development through innovative research and technology.
Learn more about Crown Bioscience
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Founded
2006
* Ladders Estimates

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