Research Assistant - Site Based: Branford, CT

Research Assistant, Site base: Branford, CT

About Evotec

The Compound Management business unit of Evotec (US) Inc., www.evotec.com, a drug discovery solutions international organization, offers a range of services to help organizations build, grow, and/or manage small molecule collections to the highest quality in support of high throughput biological screening. Our facility is home to sample collections owned by governmental, not-for-profit, and commercial organizations. Our experience managing the U.S NIH’s Molecular Libraries Small Molecule Repository (MLSMR) as well as sample collections owned by academic and commercial organizations allow us to deliver optimal solutions for this critical function.

Role and Responsibilities:
Evotec (US) Inc. has a Compound Management Research Assistant position, located at the Branford, CT. facility. The purpose of this position is to provide laboratory processing of client orders, the majority of which will involve manual weighing and liquid handling of compounds. The position requires a highly motivated individual able to work independently, and as part of a team, ensure the successful fulfilment of orders. This role is expected to have further due diligence and increased understanding of workflows, SOPs, etc. Responsibilities include performing the day-to-day work and participating in the workload scheduling. Other responsibilities in the laboratory may be asked at the discretion of the laboratory manager.

The compounds may be potentially hazardous. Prior to start, Evotec (US) Inc. will train the individual in lab safety. Safety glasses, lab coats, and gloves will be required while working. Branford site specific training, automation, computers, and any other material will be provided in support of compound management activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline
• 1 plus years of experience
• Proficiency in Excel and expertise in database management are essential
• Strong project management skills
• Excellent communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Role: Compound Management Research Assistant, Permanent
• Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
• The purpose of this position is to provide laboratory processing of client orders, the majority of which will involve manual weighing and liquid handling of compounds
• The position requires a highly motivated individual able to work independently, and as part of a team, ensure the successful fulfilment of orders
• This role is expected to have further due diligence and increased understanding of workflows, SOPs, etc
• Responsibilities include performing the day-to-day work and participating in the workload scheduling
• Safety glasses, lab coats, and gloves will be required while working
• Branford site specific training, automation, computers, and any other material will be provided in support of compound management activities
• Responsible to manage sample software in the processing of client orders to ensure accuracy
• Troubleshoot technical issues such as barcode printers and other lab equipment commonly used
• The role involves improving inventory management processes and collaborating with team members to enhance system functionality.

Federal contractors are required to maintain a drug-free workplace as mandated by the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. This federal requirement supersedes state laws that permit the use of cannabis.

Due to the high volume of applications, we may close this vacancy at any time once we find our perfect match.

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.

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.