Summary

Serve as a Scientist, Biomarker Discovery & Validation for the direction and execution of assigned studies for GLP and non-GLP histology studies. Will serve as primary point of contact for study activities and scientific concerns.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform tissue grossing, processing, sectioning, and staining of various tissues and organs.
• Perform immunohistochemical (IHC) and Fluorescence in Situ Hybridization (FISH) staining and analysis on a variety of samples.
• Conduct microscopic imaging and image analysis.
• Develop, optimize, and validate new histological and IHC and FISH techniques as needed.
• Ensure compliance with quality control standards and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of all experiments and results.
• Train and supervise junior staff in histological and IHC techniques.
• Collaborate with other members of the research team to design experiments and interpret data.
• Participate in project planning and contribute to experimental design.
• Ensure that protocols are approved and followed, and that the laboratory complies with SOPs and GLPs
• Ensure that experimental data and observations are accurately recorded and verified.
• Ensure that unforeseen circumstances are noted when they occur, and that corrective action (if needed) is taken and documented.
• Archive raw data, documentation, protocols, specimens, and final reports at the completion of a study.
• Contribute to drafting study protocols, reports, SOPs, manuscripts, and other documents as needed.
• Cooperate with staff to maintain laboratory in compliance with SOPs, GLPs, and all other applicable regulations.
• Communicate effectively with clients concerning prospective new studies as well as studies in progress.
• Perform any other tasks required by the lab, as qualified by training and experience.
• Provide support to other research areas within Comparative Biosciences, Inc. as needed.

• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

possible

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Doctoral degree in science, medicine, or veterinary medicine, post-doctoral experience preferred. Experience in biotech/pharmaceutical industry preferred. Good understanding of relevant regulatory requirements preferred. Must have practical knowledge of immunohistochemistry and strong understanding of histological techniques, including tissue fixation, embedding, sectioning, staining and, other related disciplines. Familiarity with microscopy techniques and analysis software. Concise written and verbal communication skills including knowledge of scientific vernacular necessary. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Able to work in a fast-paced matrix environment. Must be goal oriented and highly self-motivated.

Entry-level PhD position: MS plus 3 years, BS plus 6 years may be considered equivalent. High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Physical Demands

• Activities may require standing or sitting for extended periods.

Work Environment

Work is predominantly performed on company site. Traveling by commercial means or in a personal vehicle may be necessary on rare occasion to accomplish training or business interests.

Travel Requirements

None