Job Description

Overview:

Position Title : Analyst II

Business Title : Cell Molecular Biologist

Entity : Consumer Products Services Division

Department : ATL

Location : Indianapolis, Indiana

Reports to : Manager

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Hours Worked : Typically, Monday through Friday, forty-hours per week. However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the department and complete other projects as assigned.

Position Summary:

The Analyst – Cell Molecular Biologist is responsible for maintaining cell cultures, RNA isolation/qPCR. Maintaining and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implementing a key in vitro screening assay to evaluate RNA therapeutics

• Preforming molecular analysis of cells and samples for gene expression and biochemical readouts

• Planning and organizing cell culture workflows to support key projects

• Demonstrating high accountability and ownership of data from complex experimental designs

• Tissue culture, cell culture maintenance, in-vitro assay development & implementation

• Gene analysis methods (qPCR, ddPRC, etc.)

• Complete work processes within designated deadlines

• Electronic note booking

• Follow the guidelines set forth with clients and Company Quality, Health, Safety, Security and Environmental policies and procedures.

• Comply with clients’ and Company management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies.

• Perform other essential tasks projects and responsibilities as required.

• Other duties as defined by Manager, department needs and workload

Skills & Proficiencies:

• Expertise in tissue culture and related techniques

• Proficiency with in vitro assay development (transfection, mono-clonal line generation)

• Proficiency with in vitro assay implementation (e.g. lucifierase or FRET screens in drug discovery)

• Knowledge/hands-on experience with advanced gene analysis methods (qPCR, ddPRC, etc.)

• Background in RNA Biology or Genetic Medicines a plus

• Problem solving and process improvement ability

• Possess and demonstrate written and verbal communication skills

• Organization and time management skills

• Ability to perform multiple tasks

• Ability to prioritize individual workload to meet or exceed deadlines

• Individual and team work ethic

• Basic computer skills: Windows, Word & Excel.

• Attention to detail

• Technical aptitude

• Adheres to company values and maintain best laboratory practices including aseptic technique.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Science

• 2 years of related academic or industry experience

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