Senior Scientist
SUMMARY
Albert’s Executive Search is partnered with a leading BioTech company in Buffalo,
NY to add a senior scientist to their team. We are Seeking a Senior Scientist with
a background in microbiology, specifically relating to biofilms. The Senior Scientist
works with other scientists, engineers, and individuals supporting quality control,
product development & testing. They create experimental designs, develop new protocols,
and conduct data analysis as part of a laboratory team. Additionally, the Scientist
will collect and report experimental results. The role functions as part of the Research
Department in a BSL2 laboratory.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Participate in hands on electrochemical and microbiological research for product development
- Independently research, design, and execute experiments
- Perform sample preparation for imaging
- SEM, confocal, live/dead
- Maintain a highly detailed and reliable laboratory notebook including real time documentation of test protocols and data collection
- Assemble, prepare, label, and dispense products or materials
- Proper handling of biohazardous waste
- Analysis of data and development of new work instructions and protocols
- Propel research forward by staying up to date on recent literature, and publishing new data
- Present research to executive leadership
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 7 years related scientific/technical experience with a master’s degree in microbiology, biomedical engineering, or biomedical sciences equivalent. PhD preferred.
- Track record of publications in the desired field of study
- Experience with SEM and confocal imaging techniques
- Background in biofilm research
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Demonstrated technical skills and scientific expertise in experimental design and troubleshooting
- Maintain professional demeanor
- Proven ability to maintain positive relationships with people at all levels of an organization
- Exceptional interpersonal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail with demonstrated analytical and organizational skills
- Exceptional understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; and Internet applications
- Work effectively in a team environment
- Capable of managing multiple priorities and projects
- Effective management of workload with minimal direction
- Capable of maintaining confidentiality