Quest Diagnostics - Shawnee, KS
posted 2 months ago
In this role, you will apply advanced scientific expertise and methods to design, develop, and implement cutting-edge mass spectrometry assays. You will conduct feasibility studies that apply advanced scientific principles to projects or products of strategic importance to the organization. Additionally, you will be responsible for training and guiding scientific personnel at various levels as needed, offering scientific design and statistical analysis when applicable. Your work will be crucial in ensuring that the research methodology is sound and that experimental designs are effectively formulated for limited-scale projects. You will plan and conduct experiments, meticulously record data, and identify issues and opportunities observed during the research process. A strong knowledge of scientific methods is essential, as you will establish logical research procedures and demonstrate proficiency in basic statistical methods and Design of Experiments techniques. Understanding the product development process and concepts of design for manufacturability will be key to your success in this position. As part of your responsibilities, you will oversee and validate the recording of experimental results in authorized company-owned laboratory notebooks for all staff members involved in limited-scale projects. Periodically, you will review and co-sign notebooks to verify the accuracy of recorded results and intellectual property concepts. Promoting innovation and original thinking in the execution of development tasks for limited-scale projects will be a significant aspect of your role, as will guiding project staff towards new developments in technical expertise. You will specify and utilize operating software and equipment required to support limited-scale projects, establishing maintenance and calibration procedures for the software and equipment. Developing project plans and schedules for limited-scale projects will involve collaborating with other project staff to meet objectives within overall schedule and cost targets. You will be accountable for meeting schedule milestones or providing timely feedback when dates cannot be met. Additionally, you will prepare technical SOPs, assay validation reports, and other assay-related documentation for limited-scale projects. Leading project presentations or demonstrations to customers or management will require excellent oral and written communication skills. You will interact with project team members, peers, other divisions, customers, and suppliers to resolve day-to-day issues and achieve results. Your contributions will impact business opportunities through the successful completion of tasks and projects, as well as by suggesting improvements to products and processes. Establishing a scientific network and gaining recognition in the area of scientific competence will also be part of your responsibilities.