Element has a current opening for a Bio-Separations Chemist III to join our growing team in Ann Arbor, MI. 

• Design, execute and analyze large molecule separation (bioseparation) techniques such as HPLC (SEC, RP, AIEX, CIEX), IC, Protein Simple Maurice cIEF, CE-SDS.
• Perform basic molecular biology techniques such as UV-Vis, Enzymatic Assays, BCA, Bradford, ELISA, Western Blots, SDS-PAGE.
• Perform method development to meet intent of customer needs.
• Write reports and proper documentation of the work in cGMP setting
• Carry out technical transfer of the developed method to other groups within the organization
• Execute projects with minimal supervision
• Have the ability to analyze data from the qualitative to the rigorously statistical and defend conclusions based on data
• Have the ability to demonstrate strong problem-solving, troubleshooting and analytical abilities
• Follow all safety requirements including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment
• Generate supporting laboratory documentation
• Ensure compliance with government rules and regulations (FDA, cGMP, DEA, ICH, OSHA, etc.)
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• BS, MS, or Ph.D. degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Structural Biology, or Cellular Molecular Biology
• Experience working in a cGMP laboratory
• Hands on experience developing bioseparations methods such as HPLC, IC, CE, cIEF
• Hands on experience with large molecules such as peptides, proteins, AAV or lentivirus
• Effective scientific writer (experience with report writing)
• Effective oral presenter (experience with scientific presentations)
• Effective time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Must be a flexible, adaptable, self-driven team player with a positive attitude
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

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Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) 

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