Biochemist jobs in Illinois

Biochemist

$35 per hour with medical benefits included

1 year initial contract with the possibility for extensions

Location: Onsite in North Chicago

Standard first shift Monday - Friday

Orion Group is seeking experienced Biochemists to work within a market leading pharmaceutical company located in North Chicago, IL.

Our client is in immediate need of candidates experienced in Protein Chromatography and the use of analytical instruments. Don't pass on the amazing opportunity to join a global leader in Life Sciences!!!

Biochemist Daily Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute assigned laboratory tasks utilizing standard procedures and technical understanding of various techniques to complete assigned tasks.
• Develop protocols for more complex tests or experiments performed with less defined assays and parameters.
• Apply basic computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and instrument related systems.
• Presents conclusions of defined experiments.
• Ensures safety requirements are met when performing tasks.
• Ensures timely compliant delivery of high quality precise data
• Conduct experiments and analyze data related to protein purification, and high-performance liquid chromatography.
• Ensure compliance with CGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practice) and GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) standards.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to achieve project goals.

Qualifications for the Biochemist:

• BS/BA in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, Medical Technology or related field with 2-5 yrs biochemistry lab experience or Masters Degree.
• Experience in Protein Chromatography (SEC, Ion exchange, RPLC. Experience with a chromatography data system is a plus, but not required, we will train.
• Understanding of how to use analytical instruments including HPLC and electrophoresis for separations.
• Solid documentation skills, familiarity with electronic lab notebook a plus.
• Able to present findings to larger groups.

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.