Research Associate - Assay Development

Research Associate II In Assay Development

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences

Qualifications:

• Experience: 2–4 years of relevant post-college job experience.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in a range of specialized wet laboratory techniques (e.g., pipetting, using a balance and stir plate, etc.); capable of searching scientific literature; skilled with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Soft Skills: Good communication and presentation skills, meticulous attention to detail, coachable, collaborative, and a proven ability and desire to learn.
• Preferred (Nice to Have): Experience in reagent and instrument development

Description:

This is an onsite position for a Research Associate II in Assay Development, requiring 2–4 years of post-college experience.

The Opportunity:

Conduct research, development, and manufacturing laboratory experimentation to support Ventana projects, specifically IHC and molecular detection kit development.

Design, execute, and interpret experiments and apply technical expertise toward project strategies.

Prepare technical reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative analyses and present results to the team, while maintaining complete, accurate laboratory documentation in compliance with company policies (e.g., GMP, GLP, Design Control).

Responsibilities:

• Design and execute experimental protocols with minimal supervision, including making observations and analyzing data.
• Prepare and present technical reports, summaries, and quantitative analyses; maintain complete and accurate records.
• Troubleshoot problems and institute corrective actions.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment by providing creative solutions and input to project planning.
• Contribute to process improvement suggestions and assist in identifying patentable inventions.
• Train colleagues and monitor work to ensure quality and continuous adherence to the Quality First Time principle.
• Exercise judgment in selecting appropriate methods and techniques for complex problems.

**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.**