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Immucor, Inc. Development Scientist II in Norcross, Georgia
Overview
Founded in 1982 and based in Norcross, GA, Immucor is a global leader in transfusion and transplantation diagnostics that facilitate patient/donor compatibility worldwide. Our mission is to ensure that patients in need of blood, organs, or stem cells get the right match that is safe, accessible, and affordable. The result is life changing for a patient in need of a transfusion or transplant. Our new corporate identity illustrates the right match of donors with patients in need of blood or an organ as well as Immucor’s partnership with healthcare organizations in need of innovation and productivity. With the right match, we can transform a life together.
Immucor is seeking a Development Scientist II for our Research & Development group. The Development Scientist II performs a variety of tasks associated with the development of new products, assays and manufacturing processes, the investigation into and implementation of product and process changes, and the transfer of new products and processes to the manufacturing departments. If your degree is in medical technology, biology, or immunology, this is a great opportunity to launch your career in assay development!
This position is not eligible for sponsorship for work authorization by Immucor, Inc. Therefore, if you will require sponsorship from us for work authorization now or in the future, we cannot consider your application at this time .
Research & Development Scientist II - IVD Assay Development
Responsibilities
As a Development Scientist II,responsibilities include:
Performing activities associated with the development of new products, new assays, and new manufacturing processes.
Performing manual and automated blood bank tests as part of assay and product development.
Maintain laboratory notebook for documentation of studies.
Ability to statistically analyze data.
Ability to develop testing strategies (DOE).
Preparation of presentations and the ability to present data to upper management.
Prepare plans, protocols, reports to support the development of products/assays.
Understanding of data generated and the ability to recognize next steps in the development process.
Performing routine laboratory operations tasks with minimal supervision including but not limited to instrument maintenance, sample receipt and tracking, and inventory management.
Ensuring deliverables are achieved in according to the project plan.
Research & Development Scientist II - IVD Assay Development
Qualifications
We are seeking candidates with a high level of attention to detail, an understanding of the importance of design control, and strong written and verbal communication skills.
Additional requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, biology, chemistry, immunology, or a related field; Masters is a plus, but not required
ASCP certified Medical Technologist (MT) or Specialist in Blood Banker (SBB) preferred
Fifth year college or university program certificate, preferred
Understanding and demonstrated ability to operate under design control
Four (4) years of assay/IVD development experience
Experience with flow cytometry, preferred
Experience in transfusion medicine or working with biological materials preferred but not required
Knowledge and practice of GMP and GLP, highly desirable
Adequate vision to read and interpret test tube reactions
Research & Development Scientist II - IVD Assay Development
IMMUCOR, INC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER; MINORITIES/FEMALES/DISABLED/VETS; DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
RESUMES SUBMITTED TO IMMUCOR FROM THIRD PARTY RECRUITMENT FIRMS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship for work authorization by Immucor, Inc. Therefore, if you will require sponsorship from us for work authorization now or in the future, we cannot consider your application at this time.
Immucor offers a comprehensive benefits package available on the start date of your employment, including:
Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance – we offer multiple plan options so you can determine which best suits your needs and the needs of your dependents
Wellness program
STD/LTD/Life insurance all 100% company paid
Voluntary life/accident/hospital indemnity insurance for yourself, spouse/domestic partner and dependents
Tuition reimbursement
Company matched 401k plan
Vacation/Company & Personal Holidays/Sick days
Where permitted by applicable law, must have received at least the first COVID-19 vaccine by the date of hire and be willing to receive the final vaccine within no more than 30 days following hire date to be considered for U.S.-based job, if not currently employed by Immucor, Inc. Proof of vaccination status will be required on first day of employment.
Job Locations US-GA-Norcross
Job ID 2021-2566
Category Research & Development