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Associate I Protein Chemistry Pacheco, California, United States

Biocare Medical, LLC. Biocare is a trademark of Biocare Medical, LLC, California, Missouri, United States, 65018

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Biocare Medical, LLC is an innovator in developing and supplying world class automated immunohistochemistry instrumentation, and the full range of reagents for IHC lab testing. Biocare specializes in high quality IHC, ISH, and FISH slide staining through its brand-new automated instrument, NeoPATH Pro™, and offers best-in-class simultaneous Multiplex IHC solutions. The company’s customers include clinical histology laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, CROs, biotechnology companies as well as academic, government, military, and non-profit laboratories. Biocare Medical offers an expanding portfolio of integrated products to address the rapidly growing cancer and infectious disease diagnostic and research markets with novel tissue immunohistochemistry and in situ hybridization methods. Biocare Medical is headquartered and has manufacturing facilities in California with a global distribution network.

Overview The Protein Chemistry Associate I will take an active role in material processing, reagent formulation, technical manufacturing, and in-process and/or final quality control of reagents for use as components of in-vitro diagnostic (IVD) products. Specifically, he/she is involved in bioconjugation, protein purification, and analytical characterization of complex bioconjugates as they relate to the development of tissue diagnostic products for cancer and infectious disease. This position requires the person to adhere to all current industry standard regulations.

Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All duties will be performed under minimal supervision.

Purify antibodies utilizing chromatography and filtration processes

Manufacture polymers utilizing chromatography and filtration processes

Prepare reagents

Perform GMP Activities

Follow SOPs and other work instructions

Perform line clearance and review batch records

Order and receive materials for manufacturing events to ensure an uninterrupted supply of existing products

Maintain raw material inventory control

Monitor equipment logs as required by the Company Quality System

Support QC Activities

Perform ELISA testing for Protein Chemistry Bioconjugates and In-process Manufactured Polymers

Validate raw materials

Support R&D/Other Departments

Aids in providing technical support to R&D, QA, and Manufacturing personnel

Assist in reagent preparation and new formulations

Laboratory Safety and Hygiene

Observe and comply with all safety standards and procedures

Keep personal and shared spaces clean

Wash and sanitize all laboratory glassware, plastic ware, and other essential items

Other

Maintain an up-to-date laboratory notebook and other departmental recordkeeping documents

Additional tasks may be assigned as needed

Other duties as assigned by Management.

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field with one plus (1+) year’s experience working in Protein Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or other related fields.

Experience working in a laboratory environment including protein purification and characterization techniques.

Familiar with qualitative and quantitative analytical techniques including ELISA, Chromatography, Gel Electrophoresis.

Basic understanding of GMP procedures and Quality Systems in an FDA regulated environment.

Comfortable with using computer applications as required to perform job functions.

Strong work ethic and attention to detail.

Demonstrated good planning and time management skills.

Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Proficient in writing and communicating in English.

Compensation

$70,000.00 - 75,000.00 annually

Work Hours & Benefits

Full-time Onsite Position

8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday – Friday. This position may require extended weekday or weekend hours depending on business needs.

Full-Time Positions Offer

Company Sponsored Health Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision

Company Sponsored Life Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Retirement plan with a match - 401(k)

PTO

Paid Holidays

EAP

Biocare Medical values the diversity of individuals, ideas, and perspectives, and what they bring to the workplace. We know that our people represent the future of the company, so we only hire the best from around the world. Applications from all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, physical or mental disability, or status as a Protected Veteran.

All inquiries strictly confidential.

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