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Pay Range - $28 to $32/hr. (negotiable)

Job Description:
Job Roles & Responsibilities:

• DOT (Discovery Operations Team) has an opening for an Associate Scientist I position in the Organic Chemistry area. 
• This position will provide opportunities to learn how to work in an organic chemistry laboratory and use multiple programs associated with compound registration. 
• This position will be responsible for a short-term project for registering proprietary compounds and uploading inventory into a new automated storage unit.  

Key Responsibilities Include: 

• Register and return known compounds to the chemical repository 
• Maintain a high level of productivity in the laboratory setting 
• Demonstrate a high degree of responsibility in maintaining scientific standards and safe laboratory practices. 
• Keep accurate and current records of research and/or project related activities according to our policies. 

What are the top 3-5 skills requirements should this person have? 

• Hands-on experience with organic compounds in an organic synthesis laboratory 
• Ability to accurately transfer and weigh out compounds in a laboratory setting 
• Ability to operate a variety of software platforms 
• Proven effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact with scientists 

Preferred: 

• Experience in synthetic organic chemistry and the ability to communicate effectively 
• Experience with working with a variety of different computer programs  

Key Leadership Competencies: 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to work within a team environment 
• Learns fast, grasps the "essence" and can change course quickly where indicated 
• Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo 

Years of experience/education and/or certifcations required:   

• AS or BS in Organic Chemistry or closely related field with 0+ years (AS) or (BS) preferred; will consider those still in school with Organic Chemistry lab course experience