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Biologist
 Spectraforce Technologies | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Worcester | |
 Mar 13, 2026 | |
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Job Title: Biologist
Duration: 1 year Location: Worcester MA 01604; 100% onsite Daily Work Schedule Expectations 8 hours (8am-4pm or 9am-5pm) Description We are seeking a highly motivated, independent Biologist I to join the QTAS (Quantitative, Translational and ADME Sciences) department at Client's Bioresearch Center in Worcester, MA. This role will focus on sample management and bioanalytical support for pre-clinical programs. The LBA Bioanalytical group at ABC QTAS conducts quantitative bioanalysis assays of large molecule therapeutics, including monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), ADCs, fusion proteins, and bi-specific antibodies, for PK, PD, and TK studies using ligand binding assays to support drug discovery and early development efforts. The main responsibilities of the Biologist I will include: Managing samples and reagents using electronic tools such as an Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN) and Laboratory information management systems (LIMS); shipping and receiving lab samples and critical reagents; performing pre-analytical sample processing in compliance with environmental health and safety guidelines; conducting sample analysis using ligand binding assays; and generating high-quality bioanalytical data to enable data summary and PK analysis. Top 3 - 5 Skills Needed for each role 1. Bachelor's degree in data science, pharmacology, or biology/chemistry with up to 2 years of previous pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry experience 2. **Previous sample/inventory management experience is required** 3. Strong attention to detail, proven problem-solving capacity, and demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment 4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills 5. Proficiency with computers and data analysis software including Excel, Smartsheet and ELN and LIMS. Duties & Responsibilities: * Primary responsibilities (operational, ~80%): o Coordinate and execute sample receiving and sample QC in LIMS and Smartsheet. o Manage and maintain sample and critical reagent inventory, using LIMS and Smartsheet. o Maintain freezers and sample discard scheduling per SOP o Maintain, prepare, and periodically report lab metrics using Smartsheet and Power BI. o Maintain and update analysis queue via Smartsheet. o Adress sample discrepancies and communicate effectively and promptly with study leads. * Secondary responsibilities (lab-facing, ~20%): o As operational schedule allows, run ligand binding assays following BA protocols. o Initiate, design, review, and troubleshoot assays independently and efficiently. o Effectively communicate experimental plans and results orally and in writing. o Archive data and information in ELN and LIMS accurately and promptly. o Write and update experimental protocols and procedures with supervision. Requirements: * Bachelor's degree in data science, pharmacology, or biology/chemistry with up to 2 years of previous pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry experience. * Previous sample/inventory management experience is required. * Strong attention to detail, proven problem-solving capacity, and demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. * Ability to execute and troubleshoot workflows independently and efficiently. * Ability to operate and maintain laboratory equipment with independence. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to draft technical reports. * Proficiency with computers and data analysis software including Excel and LIMS. * Experience with Smartsheet and/or Power BI is strongly preferred. * Experience in manual and automated ligand binding assay workflow is highly desirable. * Experience in data-driven troubleshooting of ligand binding assays is highly desirable. | |