Associate Principal Scientist - Sample Management

Associate Principal Scientist (Sample Management, Genentech On-site)

We are looking for a self-motivated candidate to join the Evotec Sample Management team. This person will be an active member of the team in a state-of-the-art core facility for high throughput preparation, storage and distribution of biologic samples, such as DNA, RNA and proteins to support research and drug discovery efforts on-site at Genentech in South San Francisco.  The successful candidate will be expected to participate actively in plasmid DNA preparation, distribution and management and other biological sample management related workflows and have strong communication skills in order to work effectively with teammates and stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Adapting scientific knowledge to resolve problems encountered in achieving defined goals with support from line manager or other team members where required to meet internal and project deadlines.
• Review and follow laboratory procedures and policies for operating functions of the laboratory.
• Demonstrating full command of all techniques and tools required for assigned responsibilities within the given project.
• Ensuring the conduction of safe working practices.
• Standard molecular biology techniques such as:
  • Plasmid DNA preparation, sequencing, sequence analysis
  • standard nucleic acid analytical/QC methods
  • Analytical techniques.

• Automated liquid handling
• Optional, but not required: experience with Titian Mosaic or other Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) systems
• Take responsibility to maintain laboratory records, reports and files.
• The ability to independently manage and resolve technical problems.
• Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives, implement approved policies and procedures.
• To provide support to colleagues where necessary with regard to equipment or technical requirements for projects being carried out.
• Other duties as assigned may be required to ensure the smooth running of the laboratories.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree, with 3-5 years relevant industry experience, or master’s degree, with two or more years of relevant industry experience, in molecular biology, biochemistry, or other related discipline.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, cooperative and reliable
• The ability to adapt to changing demands whilst operating under pressure to deadlines
• The ability to work accurately and with attention to detail
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with other scientific staff
• Able to work well independently, and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to repeatedly lift and bend with the ability to lift up to 50lbs over head when needed
• Ability to maintain excellent laboratory records.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with protein sample management & QC techniques, standard molecular biology techniques such as plasmid DNA preparation, sequencing, sequence analysis and standard nucleic acid analytical/QC methods is desired. 
• Experience with automatic liquid handling, analytical techniques and/or experience with Titian Mosaic or other Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) are also desired. 

Evotec (US) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.