Biologist I

Bureau Veritas -
Indianapolis, IN

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Job Details

Full-time
$24 - $26 an hour
1 day ago

Qualifications

Pathology
Hematology

Full Job Description

Overview:

Business Title: Biologist I

Position Title: Analyst 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 - ClinPath will assist with target related clinical pathology (hematology, clinical chemistry, urinalysis, and immunology) testing and biomarker endpoints in early development systems.

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.

Performs early development Clinical Pathology Assays – Maintenance and use of hematology automated analyzer for whole blood analysis and maintenance and use of clinical chemistry analyzers for analysis of serum, urine, and other body fluids. Performs blood and bone marrow smears and reviews the slides.

Maintain notebooks, prepare and present data and use computer software LIMS, Excel or other data visualization tools to organize, analyze and summarize data.
Develop and characterize new biomarker assays or disease models to support clinical drug development. Evaluate new technologies that relate to biomarker development.
Track and manage workflow, assay requests and metrics using laboratory processes and systems.
Perform Instrument maintenance, troubleshooting and qualification of instruments

Understand and adhere to standards for appropriate test methods and SOP’s.
Prepare a variety of samples for testing using prescribed testing methods, following testing standards / specifications.
Perform quality and safety checks on samples submitted prior to testing.
Conduct testing on a variety of samples using prescribed testing methods, following testing standards / specifications appropriate to the sample. Prepare dilutions.
Accurately report and record test data in electronic notebook or handwritten notebooks as needed in a timely manner
Prepare a variety of equipment for testing using prescribed standards / specifications
Maintain supplies, lab cleanliness and analytical instrumentation, as required.
Prepare stock solutions, and keeping shelves and reagent stocked.
Maintain up to date knowledge of current methods and products to be tested.
Work with biological tissue specimens from animals and people
Track storage and log of pre-clinical and clinical samples as well as exploratory research samples
Follow the guidelines set forth with clients and in the Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc Quality, Health, Safety, Security and Environmental policies and procedures.
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.
Other duties as defined by Manager, department needs and workload.

Skills & Proficiencies:

Proficiency with automated chemistry systems
Proficiency with automated hematology instruments
Proficiency in preparation of slides/blood smears and reading and interpreting them
Proficiency with immunoassay method development and validation procedures
Proficiency in dilution schemes
Professional, clear and concise communication required in both written and verbal formats

Proven Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, and PowerPoint skills
Ability to quickly learn and understand job-specific software
Ability to understand basic scientific terminology and communicate it to others
Team-oriented and the ability to work in a collaborative environment
Be a proven multi-tasker that truly 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

Champion company values including team engagement

Education and Experience:

Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree in biology or medical technology
Minimum of one (1) year of experience

with routine hematology, urine chemistry, clinical chemistry panel testing early development systems

Minimum of one (1) year of experience in highly detail-oriented environment

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above.

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).

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