BC Forward is looking for Research Associate - in Indianapolis, IN 46241
Position Title: Quality Admin
Location: 8325 Northwest 62nd Avenue Johnston, IA 50131
Expected Duration: 6 months contract
Estimated Start Date 8/13/2024
Pay Rate: $35.00/hr on W2
Job Description: Contract Research Associate - Protein Science
Summary: Join R&D's Seeds Regulatory Science team as a Contract Research Associate specializing in Protein Science. In this role, you will contribute to the assessment of protein safety in biotechnology products for global regulatory submissions. Your work will involve collaborating with a team of researchers to generate crucial data that confirms product safety for human, animal, and environmental consumption.
Responsibilities:
Work under Study Directors to conduct regulatory protein safety studies, focusing on characterization and quantification of proteins in biotech products.
Support a team of researchers in generating protein biochemistry data for regulatory science purposes.
Provide protein analytical support to other functional groups within the seeds regulatory science team.
Generate and present scientific data using established formats and templates.
Maintain general laboratory operations including inventory upkeep and preparation of routine reagents.
Record and manage inventory and research materials meticulously.
Adhere to quality management systems, GLP (Good Laboratory Practices) programs, and participate in audits to ensure compliance with protocols and reporting standards.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related scientific field.
Demonstrated laboratory skills with experience in designing and conducting experiments, particularly in protein biochemistry and characterization techniques such as Western Blotting and immunoassays.
Knowledge and some experience in plant protein purification techniques is advantageous.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a creative approach to scientific challenges.
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills, including proficiency in interactions via phone, email, and in-person.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly in record keeping and documentation.
Work Environment:
This position is based in the Regulatory and Stewardship group of R&D, involving both laboratory and office-based tasks.
Contract duration and specific work hours to be determined based on project needs.
Benefits:
BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.
About BCforward:
Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.
BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.
BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.
Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 224125 when responding to this ad.
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