Research Associate
Dawar Consulting
Research Associate Santa Monica, United States | Posted on 09/02/2026 Our client, a world leader in biotechnology and life sciences, is looking for a “ Research Associate I ”. Location: Santa Monica, CA Job Duration: Long-Term Contract (Potential for conversion at the end of 18 months depending on the needs of the business) Rate : $35-$39/hr on W2 Company Benefits: Medical, Paid Sick Leave, 401 (k) Key Responsibilities Perform mammalian cell culture, cell counting, media preparation, and routine laboratory procedures. Execute laboratory experiments following established protocols and SOPs. Support laboratory automation, liquid handling, and sample processing workflows. Prepare reagents, consumables, and materials for experiments. Maintain accurate experimental records using electronic laboratory notebooks and laboratory data systems. Assist with data collection, quality checks, and organization of experimental results. Troubleshoot routine laboratory and automation workflow issues. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Bioengineering, Immunology, Biochemistry, or a related field. Hands-on laboratory experience through industry, academic research, internship, or similar experience. Practical experience with mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique. Preferred Skills Experience with laboratory automation or liquid handling systems. Experience with cell-based assays, flow cytometry sample preparation, or molecular biology techniques. Experience with ELN, LIMS, or laboratory data management systems. #J-18808-Ljbffr
- ...development including the use of the statistical design of experiment. Ability to work and collaborate in cross-functional teams, research, development, and manufacturing in a fast pace, dynamic team setting. Ability to think critically, and analytically and have demonstrated...SuggestedWork at office
- ...Research Associate - I Location: Santa Monica, CA Duration: 18 months – 100% onsite Shift: Standard shift Pay rate: $39.85/hr. on w2 Key Responsibilities Execute laboratory experiments according to established protocols and support automated workflows using liquid...SuggestedInternshipShift work
$75k
...Research Associate Stratevi is experiencing an exciting period of growth and is looking for great talent with experience or interest in HEOR (Health Economics & Outcomes Research) and Market Access to join our team at the Research Associate level. This opportunity...SuggestedWork experience placementWork at officeFlexible hours- ...the Public Policy Group's innovative government affairs team across multiple states. The ideal candidate will manage legislative research, advocacy material preparation, and administrative support. Applicants should possess strong organizational skills and 2 years of...Suggested
- ...Job Description Job Description Donor Prospect Research Associate Exempt/Non -exempt: Non-exempt Reports to: Associate Director, Database Operations Date : January 12, 2026 Position Summary : The Donor Prospect Research Associate collaborates...SuggestedFull timeWork at officeLocal areaRelocation
- ...Research Associate - Biology Requirements: • Established cell culture lab techniques and aseptic processing in an ISO 5 environment such as cell passaging, sampling, fluid handling, media formulation, managing reagents, and cryopreservation. • Practical knowledge...
- ...Experienced Clinical Research Associate - Sponsor Dedicated Syneos Health is a leading fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization built to accelerate customer success. We translate unique clinical, medical affairs and commercial insights into outcomes to...Contract workInterim roleLocal areaImmediate startRemote workFlexible hours
- ...The research associate provides general support for the laboratory following established policies and procedures and has awareness of factors that influence test results. They will assist in sample processing, preparation of reagents/media, and routine equipment maintenance...
$70.75k
...A Research Associate position is available immediately in the Saito laboratory to study innate immunology against human pathogenic viruses and bacteria in the context of liver diseases. Our laboratory utilizes the tools of cell biology, virology, genetics, molecular biology...Work experience placementWork at officeLocal areaImmediate start- ...Graduate Research Associate Intern – 6-month contract System1 is a The Creative Effectiveness Platform. Our target customers are the world's largest advertisers. These businesses understand that creativity is the most powerful tool for growth within their control....Contract workInternshipFlexible hours
$44 - $49 per hour
...Group. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family," which is... ...Minimum Qualifications: ~ Specialized/technical training or associates degree; Combined experience/education as substitute for...Hourly payWork experience placementWork at officeLocal area- ...seeks a Legislative Assistant for its Public Policy Group. This hybrid role requires approximately 2 years of experience and strong research and organizational skills to support legislative campaigns across multiple states. The position involves conducting legislative...
$26.5 - $31.5 per hour
Research Associate Part Time/Non-Benefi Part-Time Los Angeles, CA, US TodayRequisition ID: 1364 Salary Range:$26.50 To $31.50 Hourly Research Associate Pat Brown Institute Work Schedule: This is a part-time, non-exempt position; up to 29 hours per...Hourly payPart timeLocal area$62.4k - $67.08k
...University of Southern California, one of the nation's top universities, invites applications for a full- time, post-doctoral research associate in the Ming Hsieh Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering within the USC Viterbi School of Engineering. The ideal...Full timeFixed term contractWork experience placementLocal areaImmediate start$65.5k - $72.2k
...the United States. USC is one of the world's leading private research universities and the oldest private research university in California... ...• Create technical reports, presentations, and documentation associated with the research and meetings. Publish research articles in...Fixed term contractWork experience placementLocal areaImmediate start$64.48k - $72k
...A postdoctoral research position in cancer and genetic epidemiology is available at the USC Center for Genetic Epidemiology within the... ...with many of the most common analytic tools for genetic association studies. In addition, s/he will participate in the presentation...Work experience placementLocal area- ...Working under direct supervision, the Research Associate I performs a variety of routine experimental protocols and procedures to support the objectives of one or more laboratory research projects in a specific area of research. Assists in general laboratory activities...Daily paid
- ...Los Angeles. Dr. Touil leads a translational neuro-immunology research program that integrates rigorous functional neuro-immune assays... ...methodologies. The laboratory seeks to identify biomarkers associated with prognosis, treatment response, and disease progression in...Work at office
$74.45k - $152.46k
...Job Description \n Description \n \n The Department of Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine is seeking a Research Administrator to join its dynamic research administration team supporting a diverse and growing portfolio of sponsored research. In this role, you...- ...Job Description Are you ready to be a part of breakthrough research? Take action now by applying to this great opportunity! Cedars... ..., Dr. Bahareh Ajami invite you to consider this Research Associate I opportunity to join her dynamic team! About the Team The...
$141.65k - $226.64k
...belonging leads to better outcomes and a stronger community of associates united by our mission. At Capital, we live our core values... ...existing skills and learn new ones “I can succeed as a Fundamental Research Group (FRG) Associate at Capital Group.” As one of our FRG...Temporary workLocal areaFlexible hours- ...Job Description Are you ready to be a part of breakthrough research? Take action now by applying to this great opportunity! Cedars... ...organoids. Working under direct supervision, the Research Associate II performs routine and increasingly complex laboratory tasks...
$68.64k
...Postdoctoral Scholars – Research Associates For more than 75 years, the University of Southern California has been working to ensure that people of every age and from every circumstance can live life to the fullest. Throughout the decades, Trojans near and far have...Work experience placementLocal area$71k - $89k
...The USC Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Titus Department of Clinical Pharmacy, is seeking a Research Associate, Computational Immunology, to develop, implement, and apply advanced computational methods for immune-focused genomic and multi-omics analyses...Work experience placementLocal area$79k
...invites applications for a postdoctoral fellowship embedded in the ARPA-H EVIDENT TA-1 EVIDENT-MAP / SENTINEL project — a clinical research program investigating the mechanisms and outcomes of psychedelic-assisted therapy and contemplative practice. The position sits at...Temporary workFixed term contractCasual workWork at office- ...-funded programs. What the Program Offers Competitive salary commensurate with experience (USC postdoc / USC-ISI graduate research assistant scales). Access to USC-ISI cleanroom facilities, the broader USC research ecosystem, and fabrication routing through the...
$54.08k - $62.4k
...Postdoctoral Scholar – Research Associate Keck School of Medicine, Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine, University of Southern California. Opportunity for candidates committed to a career in molecular biology, genomics, or epigenomics. The position involves high‑throughput...Traineeship$70.3k
...Laboratory at the University of Southern California is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join an interdisciplinary research team developing next-generation optical technologies for imaging the living human inner ear. This project combines biomedical...Work experience placementLocal areaWorldwide- ...Research Associate III Are you ready to be a part of breakthrough research? Take action now by applying to this great opportunity! Cedars-Sinai offers scientists unparalleled access to ground breaking technologies, facilities, and resources for conducting research...Work at officeLocal area
$70.3k - $72.5k
...Craniofacial Molecular Biology (CCMB) at USC’s Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry is recruiting a talented Postdoctoral Scholar – Research Associate to join the laboratory of Dr. Yang Chai ( The Chai Lab is interested in the regulation of developmental patterning,...Fixed term contractTraineeshipWork experience placementLocal area
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