Responsibilities:

1. Establishment and validation of cell-based and biochemical-based assays, screening of compounds/ingredients, and data management
2. Establishment of other chemical/physical/or biochemical methods, as needed, to assess product performance
3. Independent design of experiments to bring innovative methods and ideas upon establishment of standard assays and methods
4. Laboratory management (ordering chemicals, maintaining inventories/equipments, etc.)

Looking for candidates who have a passion for winning and who have demonstrated excellence in their work and academic experience. People with leadership skills who are effective in teams. The client want employees with strong analytical skills and the ability to think of out-of-the box solutions to business problems. People who are able to handle multiple priorities, who have a bias for action and who are genuinely interested in personal development and the development of others.

Other qualifications include:

1. Excellent relationship building and interpersonal skills- The ability to work independently, or in a team format, efficiently and with excellence, is a fundamental requirement.
2. Self Directed Person- This role is well suited for an individual who has the agility and flexibility to work in a broader scientific realm. A highly energetic person and someone who is able to make independent decisions as well as work with line management to jointly make decisions.
3. Excellent communication skills- Strong verbal and written communications skills are required to ensure alignment of expectations and delivery against milestones.

Requirements:

M.Sc/M. Tech in Biotechnology/Microbiology/Cell Biology/Biochemistry, with strong technical background, and 1-3 years experience (industry experience in a multi-disciplinary setting preferred but not essential). Technical background should include, hand-on experience in conducting in vitro biological assays and screening, including, biochemical assays (e.g. enzyme inhibition, ELISA) and cell based assays (mammalian, microbiological). Knowledge of laboratory operations and capability to independently set up/manage lab operations is essential. Flair to learn and adapt to new assay technologies in biology and chemistry, and new work processes, will be a key to success in this role