Biologist II

Overview:

Business Title: Analyst II

Position Title: Biologist II

Division: Consumer Products Services

Entity: ATL

Location: Indianapolis

Reports to: ATL Manager

FLSA: [Non-exempt/Exempt]

Hours Worked: Typically, Monday through Friday - However, must be flexible to meet business needs and overtime.

Position Summary:

The Biologist II will be responsible for planning and conducting wet lab and in vivo studies supporting early discovery efforts and established pipeline projects within the cardiometabolic research areas. Rigorous documentation and lab notebook maintenance are essential to this role. Additional responsibilities include buffer preparation and general laboratory upkeep.

Duties and Responsibilities:

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Plan and run manual plate-based ELISA immunoassays and perform data analysis

Perform cell cultures and various cell based and biochemical in vitro assays

Daily support in maintaining cell lines including immortalized and primary cells for assays

Isolate genomic material (DNA, RNA) to perform RT-QPCR

Isolate protein to perform Western Blotting and Immunoprecipitation (IP)

Prepare animals for necropsy and assist with necropsy

Use of liquid handler automation including Tecan and Hamilton instrumentation

General small animal (mouse) handling and dosing (p.o. s.c., and i.p.)

Conduct metabolic profiling assays in rodent models, including insulin and glucose tolerance tests

Maintain and operate standard laboratory equipment including centrifuges, pipettes, spectrophotometers, ELISA readers, as well as specialized equipment necessary to support the laboratory

Record data in Electronic Lab Notebooks

Knowledge of analyzing data with familiarity to Excel and other analytical techniques

Open to future opportunities to perform in vivo testing

Comply with clients and company management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies

Follow guidelines set forth by clients and in the company Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures

Other duties as defined by manager, department needs and workload

Follow guidelines set forth with clients and in the company Safety Manual / Chemical Hygiene Plan.

Other duties as defined by manager, department needs, and workload

Skills & Proficiencies:

Professional, clear and concise communication required in written and verbal formats

Proven Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, and PowerPoint skills

Ability to learn quickly and understand job specific software

Ability to understand basic scientific terminology and communicate it to others

Experience working with small animals and dosing

Team oriented and ability to work in a collaborative environment

Proven multi-tasker that thrives on juggling multiple projects in a deadline driven environment

Possess strong organizational skills with ability to quickly assess project status and communicate it effectively

Driven, energetic person able to coordinate activities among different areas of the department

Proven consistent pipetting skills and aseptic technique

Knowledge of scientific research principles, practices and protocols

Ability to understand and follow safety procedures

Champion company values including team engagement

Education and Experience:

Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Biology or closely related field

Minimum of one (1) year of experience in the laboratory performing experiments and evaluating data

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above.

Compensation Range: $26.00-$28.00 per hour (e.g., the job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, and actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as location, education, experience, and skillset).