Research Associate

Education Bachelor’s degree in Science Requirements 4 years of relevant experience Knows basic and a range of specialized laboratory techniques. Capable of searching scientific literature to gain information about specific topics. Skilled with the use of word processing, spreadsheets, graphical, and presentation software applications. Job Summary Responsible for conducting research, development, and manufacturing laboratory experimentation and other scientific activities to support company projects. Exercises technical expertise and discretion in the design, execution, and interpretation of experiments that contribute to project strategies. Prepares technical reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative analyses. Presents and discusses results of experiments within the department and project team. Maintains a high level of professional expertise through familiarity with scientific literature and may participate in conferences and professional societies. Follows company policies and procedures for GMP, GLP, Design Control, and others as appropriate. Maintains complete and accurate laboratory documentation and electronic files. May act as principal investigator in conducting own experiments. Responsibilities Designs experimental protocols with minimal supervision. Executes bench experiments; makes detailed and general observations, and analyzes data. Prepares technical reports, summaries, and quantitative analyses. Maintains complete and accurate records. Normally receives general directions on routine work and detailed directions on new assignments. Makes suggestions to improve work processes and laboratory environment. Assists in identifying and reducing to practice patentable inventions. Works on problems of diverse scope in which the analysis of data requires the evaluation of identifiable factors. Exercises judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. May participate in cross-functional technical teams, such as a failure investigation team. Works well in a team environment by being a productive project team member, suggesting creative solutions to problems, and providing input to project planning. Trains others in areas of expertise. Troubleshoots problems and institutes corrective action. Prepares and presents experimental procedures and results in group and project teams. Monitors work to ensure quality, and continuously promote Quality First Time. Other duties as assigned by management. Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered. Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rose International