Scientist II at Randstad USA

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. A current top partnership with a research-driven biopharmaceutical company is known as a powerhouse that aims to develop treatments for difficult-to-cure diseases. This renowned employer has created 32 products, including Humira and Lupron, that have highly impacted lives across the globe. If you're looking to stand out in your field and lead the way to innovative therapies, this position is for you!

 
location: North Chicago, Illinois
job type: Contract
salary: $40.00 - 44.39 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
 
responsibilities:

• Independently design and conduct critical experiments that further project goals.
• Documentation of experimental activities and results in a GMP compliant fashion using an electronic data acquisition and management systems.
• Interpret results and draw conclusions from own multistage experiments, note significant deviations, then suggest, design, and pursue relevant experiments.
• Troubleshoot experiments and instrumentation.
• Understand relevant scientific literature and apply a theoretical framework to solving problems within scientific discipline in a timely manner
• Demonstrate skill in multiple techniques and appropriately modify protocols, as required, to suit the changing needs of research or development sciences.
• Place data in proper scientific context by consulting and citing relevant literature.
• Demonstrate technical proficiency in his/her field, preferentially in the analytical areas of quantitative and instrumental analysis.
• Perform routine and complex tasks competently and independently and generate reliable and consistent results.
• Impact projects predominantly through lab and/or pilot plant based activities.
• Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, appropriate handling of materials, controlled drug and radioactive compounds, and GxP compliance, where applicable

 
qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree/Master's Degree in Chemistry/Analytical focus or equivalent
• Familiarity with spectrophotometric enzymatic plate reader methods.
• Large and small molecule chromatography experience.
• Hands-on dissolution experience in development and testing.
• Prior exposure to natural products analytical development.
• Exposure to 2D Gel electrophoresis

 
skills: Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, GLP (Good Laboratory Practice), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)

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 HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

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 health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.