212141 - Scientist I, Manufacturing Sciences
Industry
SCI
Region
IL-Illinois
City
Rockford
State
IL
Rate
Up to $26.50 DOE
Duration
2
Description

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Scientist I for a contract opportunity in Rockford, IL.

SUMMARY:
The scientist is responsible for conducting product and application testing to evaluate experimental samples related to manufacturing process optimize. Scientist will assist with validation work related to testing chromatography resin for particle size, protein recovery, and flow characteristics. The scientist will often work under the guidance of senior personnel.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Completion of protein recovery and particle sizing experiments along with other product testing.
· Maintain process documentation in the form of batch record sheets, reports, and lab notebooks.
· Participate on cross functional collaborative project team.
· Assisting more senior chemists with their work.
· Using appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
· Assist with synthesis and washing of chromatography resins/gels.
· Perform common analysis methods: (NMR, HPLC, UV/VIS, Conductivity, pH)
· Involvement in process improvement and development of manufacturing and test methods.
· Other duties include cleaning, assembling, and disassembling equipment.
· Other projects / duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:
· A thorough understanding of chemistry and/or biochemistry at the undergraduate level.
· Experience with general laboratory techniques such as buffer formulation, protein quantitation, and protein chromatography.
· Analysis techniques such as pH, UV/Vis, NMR, Conductivity, SDS-PAGE.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to routinely lift 40 lbs.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Accredited B.S. or B.A. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology or related field

WORK HOURS:
Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.

Contact
Zachary Fasano
zfasano@chiptonross.com
CHIPTON-ROSS, INC.
420 Culver Boulevard
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293

Phone: (310) 414-7800 x252 or (800) 927-9318 x252

Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

Employment will be contingent on candidate clearing pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.