Research Fellow, Pennsylvania

Job Description

Perform various tasks and analyses of Bio/pharmaceutical ingredients and products; preparing standards and samples for analysis and running a variety of equipment or instrumentation independently; troubleshoot and solve both instrumental and method problems; working efficiently; provide consultation to clients including interpretation of results; leading project/test areas including junior staff members; evaluate current systems and suggest process improvements when appropriate; write complete and detailed investigations independently; support multiple projects simultaneously; demonstrate leadership qualities and provide coverage for management when needed; suggest and implement lab improvements or LEAN initiatives; on-board new instrumentation and equipment; write procedures for new instrument platforms; research new and emerging technologies; evaluate and harmonize approaches between BPT sites; perform independent research; develop training programs to strengthen staff skills; be technical resource for division and other BPT sites; become recognized as an industry expert in at least one discipline; drive innovation at ELLI.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate 

Applies the highest quality standard in all areas of responsibility 

Demonstrates and promotes the company vision 

Demonstrates strong client service skills, teamwork, and collaboration 

Proactively plans and multitasks to maximize productivity 

Meets all quality and productivity metrics and demonstrates strong teamwork and collaboration 

Regular attendance and punctuality 

Performs laboratory operations with good dexterity, good laboratory technique, and high degree of accuracy and precision

Perform preparations of reagents, samples, and standards according to procedures. 

Document testing, observations, deviations, and results clearly and completely, and in compliance with regulatory requirements - striving to minimize errors 

Perform routine, non-routine and complex analyses; instrumental analyses; including calibration and troubleshooting/repair of instruments independently 

Demonstrate the ability to multitask 

Make technical decisions without consulting management 

Guide and mentor junior staff to successfully complete projects and grow technical knowledge 

Do independent research into regulatory trends and technical advances 

Present research finds at industry conferences 

Become a member of industry work groups or committees 

Be a technical resource for internal problems throughout ELLI 

Provide support for corporate initiatives through BPT network 

Provide coverage for management when needed 

Understand and perform calculations as required by test methods 

Understand and utilize computers for information access, calculations, and report preparation 

Read and understand analytical procedures (compendial and client supplied) and internal SOP's 

Champion implementation of new techniques, technologies and instrumentation 

Provide consultation for clients 

Demonstrate technical writing skills and complete investigations independently 

Effective communication 

Display confidence 

Demonstrate motivation and take initiative 

Follow through on assignments 

Process data, generate reports, and evaluate data 

Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Suggest and implement lab improvements or modify existing processes to maximize quality and productivity; support and drive LEAN initiatives 

Commitment to occasional overtime as workload requires 

Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner 

Ensures good housekeeping with a neat, clean and orderly workspace 

Performs other duties as assigned 

Communicates effectively with client staff members