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Position Title: Associate Scientist III

Location: Madison, WI

Salary: $21.48/hr

Independently conduct scientific experiments (may be complex) using laboratory equipment and calculations. Troubleshoot experiments; identify and solve problems in experimental designs. Understand and support New Product Introduction by impacting business opportunities through successful completion of tasks and projects and through suggestions for improvement in products and processes. Assist in the planning and design of well-controlled experiments. Design basic experimental protocols for routine use and suggest improvements. Ensure availability of materials and equipment to carry out experiments. On occasion drive the evaluation and procurement of new equipment and materials. Make detailed observations, independently analyze data, and interpret results. Maintains accurate lab notebook & training file in accordance with Division standard. Advise supervisor of factors that may affect quality, accuracy, timeliness and usefulness of data. Suggest options for additional experiments. Plan well understood technical options to reach a specific technical objective. Collaborate on technical papers for external publications. Contribute ideas and suggestions to improve standard laboratory techniques, improve protocols, processes and equipment. Lead the documentation of repeatable lab procedures and development methods as required. Read literature directly associated with assigned project and related areas. Maintain some familiarity with current scientific literature and competitive products. Participate on project and troubleshooting teams. On occasion, lead such projects with suitable oversight. Comply with all company safety regulations and procedures. Report non-compliance and may serve as team lead. Suggest improvements in safety and productivity based on solid technical understanding of expected R&D and Program outcomes. May be required to perform other related duties as required and/or assigned. Position exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Performs duties independently with only general direction given. Understands the importance of project toward Company.s objectives. Job encounters recurring work situations with occasional variations from the norm, involving a moderate to high degree of complexity. Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors. Accuracy is required in performing all functions of this position. Mistakes in work could cause substantial data errors.     Skills: Mammalian cell culture; cell-based assay development; fluorescence technologies; good time management and organization skills; good communication skills; Knowledge of cell signaling preferred.     Education: Requires a Bachelors degree in Biology, Biochemistry, or other related discipline, or the equivalent knowledge and experience. Masters degree in a specific scientific discipline is desired.