Kelly Science is seeking a R&D Lead Chemist in North Chicago, IL!


This is a full time, direct hire, hours 8am-5pm Mon-Fri


Salary Range: $110,000-$120,000


Education


Minimum of a Masters degree in a biological sciences related field


Experience


3+ years of experience in a biological sciences laboratory


3+ years of R&D experience (designing and implementing R&D-based projects)


Experience with performance of RT-PCR and molecular biological techniques


Experience with ELISA testing and bead-based multiplex assays


Experience working in an ISO 17025 laboratory (knowledge on how to implement and maintain lab ISO 17025 preferred)


Personal and Technical Skills


Must have leadership skills


Must be passionate, able to multi-task, and have the ability to learn quickly


Must have the desire to work in an exciting and fast-paced environment


Must be able to work efficiently, follow-through with assignments independently, with excellent attention to detail


Must have strong problem-solving, interpersonal, and analytical skills


Position Summary Statement:


Spearhead all R&D efforts under the guidance of the CSO and Lab Head


Identify, design, develop, and implement new molecular-based laboratory assays


Design, write, and implement SOPs/SWIs that comply with our ISO 17025 laboratory quality system


Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external use in a suitable and professional manor


Coordinate and manage research projects with universities and/or commercial institutions


Aid in writing/developing publications, posters, and patents


Convert our proprietary ELISAs to multiplex bead-based immunoassay format to be run on a Luminex equipment


Coordinate work with other departments/functions to achieve project objectives


Communicate with senior management


Present new research/ assay development at conferences


**Interested? Apply Now!**


**Why Kelly** **** **?**


Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire talented people just like you. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills and interestsits the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background/education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get you noticed.


**About Kelly** ****


At Kelly, were always thinking about whats next and advising job seekers on new ways of working to reach their full potential. In fact, were a leading advocate for temporary/nontraditional workstyles, because we believe they allow flexibility and tremendous growth opportunities that enable a better way to work and live. Connecting great people with great companies is what we do best, and our employment opportunities span a wide variety of workstyles, skill levels, and industries around the world.


Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce, including, but not limited to, minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, sexual orientation, gender identity. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law. (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm)