Scientist I

Level Experienced
Job Location Bangs Labs – Fishers, IN
Position Type Full Time
Education Level 4 Year Degree
Salary Range $50,000.00 – $60,000.00
Travel Percentage None
Job Shift Day
Job Category Research

Description

Who We Are

Ott Scientific

The Ott Scientific family of companies comprises Polysciences, Bangs Laboratories, and Ethos Biosciences. Together, we deliver innovative chemistries, products and services that support advancements in highly specialized industries such as medical device, diagnostics, bioprocessing, fine chemicals and technology.

Bangs Laboratories

Bangs Laboratories 30 years of experience in microsphere synthesis and fine particle analysis have established us as a leading manufacturer of polymer, silica and magnetic microspheres for diagnostic, research, and flow cytometry applications. We also manufacture many specialty products to support validation and QC programs for analytical instruments, including a broad portfolio of fluorescent, count, size, and cell viability standards.

Scientist I

Job Summary:

Bangs Laboratories develops and manufactures products that support applications in the life sciences including diagnostic assay development, biologic sample preparation / purification, and analytical instrument QC. This position is responsible for all aspects of the timely and quality-focused production of Bangs Laboratories products.

Responsibilities:

• Production
  • – Receive relevant production requests and maintain appropriate records

    – Monitor inventory of lab reagents and supplies; submit requests as appropriate

    – Produce products, following current ISO procedures.

    • Perform test methods prior to release to Materials Dept.
• Write / update ISO documents as necessary.
• Periodically evaluate the quality of finished goods.
• Evaluate alternate raw material suppliers and new raw material lots.
• Scale-up processes as required.
• Train personnel on laboratory procedures.
• Assist with technical service, trouble shooting and applications support as necessary.
• Investigate and recommend equipment replacement / addition.
• Can participate in product development projects as a team member.
• Maintain laboratory work area.
• Maintain equipment.

Skills and Requirements:

• This position requires a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry, biology or related scientific field, 2-3 years industry experience, and general, broad-based scientific knowledge.
• Superior laboratory skills are essential.
• Polymer synthesis or bioconjugation experience is a plus.
• The person filling this position must be self-motivated and organized, with good interpersonal and critical thinking skills.
• Product and application-specific training will be provided.

Bangs Laboratories Core Values:

• Fun and Flexible Culture
• Collaborate with Humility
• Honesty and Integrity
• Do What It Takes
• Create an Unmatched Customer Experience
• Think Critically in All That You Do

Weve got great employees who work hard but like to have a bit of fun. We dont have the bureaucracy, acronyms, corporate speak, etc. like mega corporations, and we like it that way. We are serious about business and enthusiastic about our work environment!

What We Offer

Culture

Great people

Peer to Peer Recognition

Broader, hands-on work experience

Clean and Modern Equipment & Labs

Fun company events

Competitive Wages Generous Year-end Bonus Comprehensive Benefits

4 Medical PPO Medical Plans with Telemedicine, Rx, & Vision

2 Dental Plans

Healthcare, Dependent care, & Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) with 4% company match

Financial Health & Wellness w/1:1 Coaching

Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance

Accident, Hospital Indemnity, & Critical Illness

Paid Time Off

Short & Long-term Disability

9 Paid Holidays

Must live within a commutable distance to Fishers, IN. Must have legal authorization to work in the US and will not require sponsorship.

Must have legal authorization to work in the US and will not require sponsorship.

Bangs Laboratories, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Drug-free workplace. Tobacco-free work site.

Bangs Laboratories, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application process and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.

Candidates will be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable law.

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