Bench Scientist - Level 1

job summary:

As the largest staffing and recruitment agency in the world, we can commit to finding you the perfect role that gives you the opportunity to learn and grow in the life sciences arena. Utilizing a recruiter for your job search gives you access to a large network of top employers as well as detailed information about hundreds of positions. Focusing on immune diseases like HIV that affect a large percentage of the population, the work our longtime partner conducts is imperative to a better, healthier future. To be recognized as a crucial part to furthering this goal, join this growing team now!

location: King Of Prussia, Pennsylvania
job type: Contract
salary: $39.00 - 40.74 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors


responsibilities:

• Perform and train others on physical testing of laboratory samples (drug product, drug substance, in-process, etc) utilizing various chemical and biochemical techniques
• Prepare laboratory samples for analysis and prepare laboratory standards and solutions.
• Manage samples and associated documentation for duration of sample lifecycle, both physically and electronically.
• Author and Participate in laboratory investigations.
• Author, review, and revise SOP's and support Electronic Notebook template development (testing electronic lab notebook templates, author user requirement specifications, etc)
• Reviews and approves laboratory data
• Performs routine departmental GMP activities (lab instrument calibrations, preventive maintenance, audits, work orders, etc)
• Support analytical and instrument lifecycle, technical transfer, and/or validation
• Laboratory upkeep, maintenance, and continuous improvement (5S, routine equipment/glassware cleaning, etc)

qualifications:
Required:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related scientific field.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of professional laboratory experience.
• Technical Skills: Foundational scientific knowledge and hands-on technical skills for a lab environment.
• Software: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Compliance: Working knowledge of cGXP, ICH guidelines, FDA/USP/EP/JP regulations, and data integrity standards.

Preferred:

• Experience Level: 3-5 years of experience in a GMP laboratory setting.
• Industry Expertise: Background in biopharmaceutical testing and strong problem-solving skills.
• Analytical Techniques: Familiarity with assays such as CGE, CE-SDS, SEC, HPLC/UPLC, PS80, Peptide Mapping, Titer, and qPCR.
• Lab Systems & Instrumentation: * Software: SAP/ERP, Labware LIMS/LES, Webstatistica, and Empower.
• Hardware: Hamilton automated liquid handlers and analytical instruments (Agilent 1200/1260, QuantStudio 5, PA800).
• Emerging Tech: Experience using AI tools to enhance workflow or data analysis.

skills: Biology, Chemistry, Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), Ultra Performance Liquid Chromatography (UPLC), High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gel Electrophoresis (SDS-PAGE), SOP Development, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), International Council for Harmonization (ICH)


Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].


Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).


This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Any consideration of a background check would be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee's specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.