Application Scientist

Title: Application Scientist (Industry: Analytical Instrument Manufacturing) at Mainline Scientific, LLC Home (mainlinescientific.com)

Department: R&D

Report to (title): CTO

Location: Malvern, PA

Supervisory Responsibility: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Type: Full-Time

Travel Required: Probably not

Expected Hours of Work: (include any mandatory meeting times with time zone) 40 hours a week M-F (9-5 or 8-4) in office

Summary/Objective

The Application Scientist will support and lead method development using novel PWR technology, in a variety of applications, including drug discovery, protein interaction, and etc.

Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support and lead method development using novel PWR technology, in a variety of applications, including drug discovery, protein interaction, and etc
• Participate in internal and external collaborative meetings
• Provide user experience; contribute to software and hardware development
• Lead routine maintenance of lab and instrument.
• Work closely and communicate effectively with team members and external collaborators and customers.
• Co-write and co-publish results with collaborators.
• Knowledge in analytical chemistry, surface chemistry, biochemistry, biophysics, protein sciences, molecular biology, especially assay development.
• Hands-on experience with analytical chemistry instruments, including but not limited to chromatography, mass spectrometry, surface plasmon resonance, spectroscopy.
• Knowledge and experience with label-free technology.
• Experience with analytical techniques and assay validation is a plus.
• May take part in assembly and maintenance of instrument
• May do any required testing of instrumentation (hardware or software, or otherwise management of instrumentation)

Requirements

• BS/BA in chemistry or biochemistry with 2-5 years or advanced degrees with 0-2 years of professional experience.
• Preferred qualification: Hands-on experience with optical instruments, surface plasmon resonance experience, customer facing experience
• Preferred qualifications: SPR

Additional Notes

• May require occasional travel primarily within North America and China
• Attention to detail and an analytical mind.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Motivation to excel in both individual and team environments.

Tools and Technology Used

• Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook…)
• Lab equipment and related software

Work Environment & Mental and Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in a stationary position; move; operate and use required equipment; and reach items.
• Ability to move/transport up to 30 lbs., and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to communicate, converse with others, and exchange information

EEO Disclaimer

Biopeptek is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment requirements, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the HR Department by calling the Biopeptek main line at 610-643-4881.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

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• Employee Polygraph Protection Act poster : https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf

Other Disclaimers

Please note this description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required. It is subject to change at any time.

This job description does not constitute an implied or express contract for employment and does not guarantee employment. Employment is at-will.

Biopeptek does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company or to this posting without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific.

Benefits

Medical (HMO + PPO), Dental, Vision, & employer-paid Basic Life/AD&D + ST Disability

-4% match 401k

PTO: 15 days total (vacation/personal days) + 5 sick days + holidays