Staff Scientist - Compound Management

Job Title: Scientist - Compound Management Job Description
Under the guidance of the Compound Management Leadership, the Scientist will execute the reformatting of archived sample libraries using tip-based liquid handling automation. The role involves working from a list of identified library plates for reformatting, executing liquid transfer from plate to tube, entering newly made tubes into the database, and storing new tubes in an automated tube storage system. The position requires maintaining communication with the Library Management lead on the status of reformatting efforts, ensuring timelines are met, and the ability to learn new software to support streamlined workflows. This role is within a highly interactive organization, necessitating excellent communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Decompress efforts by moving samples from deep well 384-well library plates to 500uL FluidX tubes, adding them to the database, and physically loading tubes into the sample store.
- Convert wetstore vials into standardized 500uL FluidX tubes, add them to the database, and physically load tubes into the sample store.
- Identify unique samples in recovery plates, transfer into 500uL FluidX tubes, discard remaining plates, add tubes to the database, and physically load tubes into the sample store.
- Standardize sample storage tubes using liquid handlers under the guidance of CM leadership, converting older library samples into standardized 500uL FluidX tubes.
- Create 1536 screening library by making several 1536-well LDV copies from existing 384 poly pro plates.
Essential Skills
- 1+ years of experience with tip-based liquid handlers.
- Experience in compound management or sample logistics.
- Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or Life Sciences, or equivalent laboratory experience.
- Working knowledge of technologies commonly used in a laboratory setting.
- Liquid handling automation experience is desirable.
- Comfortable with proper personal protection equipment such as safety glasses, gloves, and lab coat.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work productively in teams and independently.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience working around automated equipment.
- Experience in large molecule pharmaceutical manufacturing where vials and tubes are filled.
Work Environment
The role is onsite and involves handling various well plates and liquid handling tubes, storing them within a tube storage library. It is a labor-intensive role without testing, requiring comfort around automated and technical lab machinery. Proper personal protection equipment is necessary.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Wilmington, DE.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.85/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Wilmington, DE.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Wilmington,DE. About Actalent

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