Entry Level Scientist - Cell Biology

PPD is a leading global Contract Research Organization - currently operating in nearly 50 countries!? At PPD we are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our purpose - to improve health.?Our organization works with a diverse group of pharmaceutical companies to help bend the cost and time curve of small molecule, biologic, and vaccine product development.
This position is located at our GMP lab in Middleton, WI - the largest GMP laboratory in North America. Check out this video for a brief introduction to our lab as told by our scientists:https://vimeo.com/533240741.
We hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team. You will receive extensive training to allow you to be successful at PPD, and it's not just talk - our award-winning training programs speak for themselves. In addition, our teams support career growth, allowing you to explore the numerous career pathways available once you become part of our PPD team.
Role Description
As an Assistant Scientist,//you will use state-of-the-art technologies to perform high-quality sample testing for key pharmaceutical clients across the industry. Your sample preparation and analysis serve as an integral piece in helping PPD accomplish our goal of helping bring life-changing therapies to market.
We offer flexible scheduling to encourage a healthy work-life balance for our employees. Enjoy a Monday through Friday work week with a full time schedule you create! Lastly, we also offer health benefits, a generous PTO plan, and tuition reimbursement for all full-time employees. Let's not forget to mention monthly Donut Day and daily lunch options catered to campus from local vendors available for purchase.
Responsibilities:
Possesses an understanding of laboratory procedures and under general supervision can conduct complex analysis.
Performs a variety of routine sample preparation and analysis procedures to quantitatively measure pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds in a variety of formulations and/or biological matrices for stability and analytical testing.
Trains on routine operation, maintenance and theory of analytical instrumentation, SOPs and regulatory guidelines.
Responsible for review and compilation of results and data comparison against SOP acceptance criteria, methodology, protocol and product specifications.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree (Life Sciences degree preferred) or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of routine operation, maintenance and theory of analytical instrumentation, SOPs and regulatory guidelines
Knowledge of applicable regulatory authority, compendia and ICH guidelines
Excellent manual dexterity skills
Good written and oral communication skills
Time management and project management skills
Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities
Ability to cross-train on sample preparation techniques with another laboratory group
Ability to work in a collaborative work environment with a team
Manual dexterity and can follow detailed written and verbal instruction
Cooperate with coworkers within an organized team environment or work alone with supervision
Manage time effectively to complete assignments in expected time frame
Maintain a laboratory notebook and complete all laboratory documentation in clear and accurate language and according to SOP
Work Environment Requirements
PPD values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:
Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours.
Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds
Able to work in non-traditional work environments.
Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments.
Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.
What To Expect Next
We look forward to receiving your application. A member of our talent acquisition team will review your qualifications and if interested, you will be contacted for an interview.
Job: *Labs
Organization: *US BU
Title: Entry Level Scientist - Cell Biology
Location: WI-Middleton-Middleton WI Research Way
Requisition ID: 192892
PPD is an affirmative action employer that values diversity as a strength fosters and environment of mutual respect. PPD provides equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, pregnancy, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or other status within any other protected group