Entry-level Pharma Biochemist

Cogent Scientific, an insourced contract research organization, is looking for the right people to accomplish our Mission: to support the life sciences industry by cultivating and empowering exceptional scientists to deliver specialized laboratory services that advance research, foster collaboration, and accelerate innovation through quality and a shared commitment to excellence.  We can offer you the chance to build on your skills and knowledge while working among experts in their fields and with cutting-edge instrumentation.

Cogent Scientific offers competitive pay, attractive benefits (such as medical/dental/vision insurance; 401(k); parental leave; PTO and paid holidays; etc.) and an exciting work environment.  This position may include relocation benefits as well.  We aim to recruit the best people who stand out among their peers and embody our Core Values:

• Client Focused: We only succeed when our clients succeed.
• Outstanding: We deliver meticulous results through outstanding performance.
• Good: We act ethically and morally.
• Employee-Centric: We honor and support our employees.
• Nimble: We are prepared to adapt in an ever-changing industry.
• Team-Oriented: We collaborate with each other and with our clients.

We currently have a role available for an Entry-level Pharma Biochemist.

Job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform quantitative in-vivo ICP-MS and LC-MS/MS analysis of biological samples, including tissue homogenization and digestion.
  • Must be familiar with sample preparation techniques in a bioanalytical laboratory.
  • Experience with Agilent ICP-MS, MassHunter software or any LC/MS system will be an added advantage.
    
  • Experience with microwave digestion and homogenization sample preparation is a plus.
• Operate of basic laboratory equipment and mass spectrometer systems.
  • Must have hands-on experience with wet laboratory techniques: weighing, pipetting and digestion of biological matrices.
  • Experience handling and working with biohazard and chemical hazard would be advantageous.
• Generate, analyze, and process data and assist with report writing.
  • Must be proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
  • Prior presentation skills would be advantageous.
  • Experience with a LIMS system and/or an electronic notebook system is desirable.
• Manage sample receiving, shipping and inventory.

Job requirements include, but are not limited to:

• BS in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, or related field with 1-2 years of experience working in an academic or industry laboratory setting.
  • Familiarity with basic Pharmacokinetic principles is desirable.
• Team player mentality with strong written and verbal communication skills. Must have good organizational skills and must be detail oriented. 
• The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and self-motivated, with the leadership and communication skills necessary to operate effectively in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment with flexibility and an adaptable approach to goal delivery.

This is a day shift position (approx. 8a-5p local time).

Cogent Scientific provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on any legally protected characteristic.

Additionally, if you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.

This job posting will remain open until XXX date or until a qualified candidate has been selected, whichever comes first.