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We are hiring a Scientist I. The Scientist I will conduct research under the direction of a supervisor leading to the development of new or improved products.

Responsibilities 

• Performs cell culture experiments for development of cell biology research, product development, technical product support, and/or process improvements.
• Formulates and prepares reagents, including cell culture media.
• Performs common chemical/biological assays.
• Performs basic data analysis and generates summary data reports.
• Supports planning and experimental design of projects
• Contributes to the preparation of formal reports and presentations.
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment and experimental problems.

Required Skills/Education 

• B.S. candidates, a minimum of 2 years of relevant lab-related work experience
• M.S. qualified candidates, 2 years or less of relevant lab-related work experience
• Perform cell culture experiments for development of cell biology research, product development, technical product support, and/or process improvements.
• Works on problems of easy scope in which analysis of situation or data requires a review of identifiable factors
• Good general knowledge of Cell Culture, Chemistry, and Biochemistry
• Good working knowledge of basic laboratory equipment (scales, pH meters, etc.)
• Knowledge of commonly used experimental/research concepts, practices, and procedures.
• General knowledge of computer systems and productivity software.
• Ability to speak, write and read English fluently.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Salary and Benefits:

• For California, the base salary range for this position is $61,594 - $79,954 annually. Compensation for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience, location, etc.). 
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off

EEO/AGENCY NOTES

Fujifilm is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation, and any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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