Currently, Spectrix Analytical Services, LLC is searching for entry level candidates for a long-term, permanent position. The job location is Groton CT.
Job Responsibilities:
This job function will support large scale cell culture work and reagent generation in Discovery Sciences. This position will be physically intensive requiring the ability to lift and move large, heavy flasks. Must work independently with minimal supervision and duties may include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare large-scale cell reagents using insect cells, mammalian cells or E. coli.
- Purify reagent proteins using various FPLC methods under supervision
- These methods include affinity, ion exchange, and gel filtration chromatography on an AKTA or BioRad FPLC system
- Propagate and maintain various continuous cell lines.
- Verify the protein expression using various protocols including flow cytometry, Western Blots, and small-scale purification.
- Apply protein chemistry analytical techniques such as mass spectrometry, thermal shift analysis and analytical SEC to assess protein quality
- Experimental data will be recorded in a provided electronic notebook according to the guidelines.
- Responsible for ordering supplies as needed to deliver cell and protein reagents.
- As time permits, support lab with generation of various solutions and some molecular biology including mutagenesis and large-scale plasmid production.
- Coordination with various groups on delivery timeline of cell paste.
Job Requirements:
- BS in biology or related field with 1-3 years of relevant experience in mammalian and microbial culture techniques including cell expansion and cryopreservation, protein expression optimization and scale-up, protein expression analysis by SDS-PAGE and Western Blot Methods is preferred, but recent graduates are also encouraged to apply.
- Excellent aseptic technique is required.
- Experience using standard laboratory equipment including incubators, microscopes, pipettors, and biosafety cabinets.
- Ability to effectively supply a wide array of cell and protein reagents on a regular basis to support weekly requests is critical.
- Ability to quickly identify and remedy potential issues with cell culture.
- Ability to keep accurate records using electronic notebooks and create common laboratory reagents including buffers and cell culture media.
- Must be able to work on multiple projects at one time at a time and have a positive customer service focus.
- Computer skills required: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to work in a high-throughput environment, stay organized, and to adhere to specific timelines.
- Team player with attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal communication
*Spectrix offers flexible schedules, competitive salaries, and a committed work environment to its employees; the company provides automatic benefits of life insurance and short and long term disability insurance. Optional benefits for full time employees include health, dental, and vision insurance, college loan assistance, and an employer matched retirement savings plan. Spectrix is not a placement agency.
Spectrix is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Spectrix complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
Spectrix is participating in the E-Verify program of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (phone number: 888-897-7781, and website: www.dhs.gov/E-Verify).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Safety equipment provided
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
Ability to Commute:
Work Location: In person