Research Associate II, National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing Biopharmaceuticals
Company: University of Delaware
Location: Newark
Posted on: January 25, 2023
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Job Description:
Pay Grade: 29E Context of the Job: Under the direction of the
National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing
Biopharmaceuticals (NIIMBL) Lab Operations Manager, the Research
Associate II is responsible for maintaining laboratory and chemical
inventories, ensuring adequate supplies are available for daily
operations and provide technical support to research projects as
needed. The work will involve overseeing a vendor stockroom,
working with different purchasing platforms and lab tracking
platforms to meet the needs of NIIMBL research activities across
multiple projects; work may also include basic wet lab operations.
NIIMBL is a large-scale effort dedicated to supporting the
manufacturing of biopharmaceuticals, and it is established by a
cooperative agreement with the National Institute of Standards and
Technology (NIST) as a public/private consortium of a diverse set
of member organizations, including industry, academia, non-profit
organizations, state governments, and federal agencies. NIIMBL is a
member of the Manufacturing USA network of institutes funded by the
federal government to advance United States competitiveness in
advanced manufacturing innovation. Institutionally at the
University of Delaware, NIIMBL reports to the Vice President for
Research, Scholarship & Innovation. The most high-profile
activities that NIIMBL does are the execution of technical projects
to advance the readiness levels of relevant technologies, assays,
and methods. These projects include scopes of scientific work that
generally include many organizations as partners and collaborators.
For example, a project may involve experimental studies, at a level
consistent with best practices found in the biopharmaceutical
industry, and include scientists from several large and small
companies, a scientist from a Federal agency, and a scientist from
a University. Many of these projects will be hosted at the
University of Delaware in a state-of-the-art laboratory facility
purpose-built for such studies. These projects will involve a
diverse set of technologies and approaches and address drug
substance, drug product, and analytical needs by the industry
appropriate to several types of biopharmaceuticals: vaccines,
therapeutic proteins and antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates,
bispecific antibodies, gene therapy vectors, and cell therapies,
among others.Major Responsibilities Coordinate with PIs and lab
leads to maintain relevant inventory of consumables Maintain
relationships with primary and preferred vendors Maintain chemical
inventories Maintain and coordinate inventory of select cold
storage equipment Manage and coordinate outgoing laboratory-related
shipments Participate in preparation of select equipment and
laboratory facilities Log and track select resources Test, refine,
and execute experimental protocols Execute studies in collaboration
with NIIMBL project teams, some of whom will be visiting
researchers from member organizations Provide support and training
when applicable Assume other administrative or technical
responsibilities as assigned Qualifications: A B.S. degree in
relevant life science discipline is preferred and 2 years of
practical experience in a laboratory-based environment, or
equivalent combination of education and experience. Excellent
interpersonal and multitasking skills with the desire to work
collaboratively and effectively in a team environment. Excellent
problem solving and critical thinking skills. Excellent writing,
communication and presentation skills. Strong MS Excel, PowerPoint
and Word skills. Excellent organization and planning skills. Strong
attention to detail and ability to adhere to standards procedures.
Ability to function in a rapidly changing environment. Demonstrated
understanding and consideration of the differing needs and concerns
of individuals with varying identities, cultures, and backgrounds.
Committed to fostering a workplace culture of belonging, where
diversity is celebrated, and equity is a core value. Notice of
Non-Discrimination, Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action The
University of Delaware does not discriminate against any person on
the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or
expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital
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characteristic protected by applicable law in its employment,
educational programs and activities, admissions policies, and
scholarship and loan programs as required by Title IX of the
Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act
of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII
of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and
University policies. The University of Delaware also prohibits
unlawful harassment including sexual harassment and sexual
violence.
Keywords: University of Delaware, Newark , Research Associate II, National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing Biopharmaceuticals, Other , Newark, Delaware
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