Chemist 1 IFA Controls - AID

Overview

Werfen

Werfen, founded in 1966, is a worldwide developer, manufacturer and distributor of specialized diagnostic instruments, related reagents, automation workcells, and data management solutions for use primarily in hospitals and independent clinical laboratories. The Company’s business lines include Hemostasis, Acute Care, and Autoimmunity diagnostics, as well as Original Equipment Manufacturing.  Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.

Our North American Commercial Operations, as well as our Headquarters and Technology Center for Hemostasis and Acute Care Diagnostics, are based in Bedford, MA.  Our Headquarters and Technology Center for Autoimmunity Diagnostics is based in San Diego, CA. Additionally, our Technology Center for Hemostasis and Blood Gas Reagents is in Orangeburg, NY, and our Technology Center for Whole Blood Hemostasis is in San Diego, CA.

The IFA Controls chemist assists with preparation of autoimmune diagnostic Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA) slide, control and conjugate products in accordance with established procedures. Major duties include preparation activities for IFA controls and conjugates and the growth of cloned antigens in insect cells.

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities

• Assists with the activities associated with the manufacturing of IFA control and conjugate products in accordance with written instructions and schedules.
• Assists with the maintenance and growth of insect cells and the harvesting of various cloned antigens from these cells according to established procedures.
• Tests IFA slide products for acceptable titer and pattern reactivity according to written Manufacturing Documents.
• Assists with the evaluation of raw materials, in-process materials and finished reagents associated with IFA slide, control, and conjugate products.
• Maintains detailed Device History Records, laboratory notebooks and/or any associated documentation for all manufacturing and evaluation activities in accordance with current Quality Systems Regulations (QSRs).
• Prepares, calibrates, operates, and cleans equipment used in the manufacture of IFA slide products according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Assists with experimental activities related to process validation and nonconformance investigations for IFA cell culture slide products as requested by supervisor.
• Inform supervisor of equipment needs and other supplies required to avoid interruptions in production schedules. Informs supervisor of broken or deteriorating equipment.
• Maintains work area and laboratory in a clean and orderly manner. Performs Friday Clean-up responsibilities in a thorough and timely manner.
• Follow established safety and environmental procedures. Reports all safety hazards immediately.
• Other duties may be assigned.

      Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) or (B.S.) in the biological, chemical, or related sciences
• 0-2 years of applicable laboratory experience.
• Knowledge of biological and chemical laboratory procedures.
• Ability to operate basic laboratory equipment.
• Knowledge of FDA and ISO regulations.
• Basic knowledge of computer operation with the ability to use MicrosoftÒ Word and Excel

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Management has the discretion of substituting relevant work experience for a degree and/or making exceptions to the years of experience requirement.

Salary Range:

$23/hr - $29/hr

Individual compensation is based on the candidate's experience, skills, knowledge, education, certifications, internal equity, budget and or other business and organizational needs. 

If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis, we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.

Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 5,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.

Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.