Research Associate II

Overview

Job Summary

Join an analytical team in a dynamic work environment where you will participate in contracted client analytical programs as a member of the Rapid Analytics team. The individual in this position will support biophysical characterization studies of biopharmaceutical products through executing experimental protocols, performing data analysis, documenting work in technical reports, and presenting results to clients and management. Biophysical testing may include (but not limited to) SV-AUC, CD, DSC, FTIR, HPLC, UV-Vis. Required to work in teams to solve scientific problems, and to train and be trained by colleagues.

Required Competencies

• Scientific Knowledge : Demonstrate capability to both design and execute experiments, and present results to clients and team members.
• Communication and Technical Writing : Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, professional journals, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and method procedures. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, peers, or the general public.
• Self-Motivation : Ability to work with minimal supervision and a desire to take on additional responsibilities as they arise.
• Active Learner : Ability to learn new processes and procedures and adjust to fluctuations in workload. Seeks out opportunities to learn new information and improve processes.
• Collaboration : Ability to work with multiple teams to meet client needs in a dynamic environment.
• Detail-Oriented : Pays great attention to detail in a multitasking environment to ensure accuracy.
• Organization : Ability to maintain organization of space, documentation, and materials to ensure smooth workflow and tracking.
• Safety : Ability to adhere to strict lab safety guidelines.

Preferred Competencies

Minimum Educational Requirements

Research Associate I : Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline and 0-2 years of related experience.

Research Associate II : Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline and 2-4 years of related experience.

Salary Range

Research Associate I : $55,000-$69,000

Research Associate II : $63,000-$79,000

Salary range provided per current averages and expectations. The salary and job title for this opening will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience and may be outside this range. KBI has a robust total rewards strategy which includes an annual bonus structure for all employees, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid PTO and holidays, 401K matching, and employee recognition programs.

About KBI

KBI Biopharma, Inc., a JSR Life Sciences company, is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) providing fully integrated and accelerated drug development and biologics manufacturing services to life science companies. KBI supports its 500+ customers in advancing more than 160 drug candidates from preclinical and clinical stages to market, including the manufacture of ten commercial products. For more information, visit kbibiopharma.com.

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO / AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.

I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma, Inc. to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either KBI Biopharma, Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma, Inc. has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.

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