Research Operations Associate

Job Title: Research Operations Associate

Location: San Diego, CA

Type: Contract

Compensation: $24-$29.40

Work Model: Onsite - onsite

Hours: 40.0 hours per week

Overview
Leading pharmaceutical company looking for an entry level Research Operations Associate. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Organic Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline. As well as, a strong understanding of scientific terminology, chemical compounds, and/or biological materials.

Responsibilities
• Support scientific teams by coordinating operational activities related to external research collaborations and CRO partnerships.
• Facilitate communication and execution between internal stakeholders and external service providers.
• Assist in managing research-related agreements, project deliverables, and operational workflows.
• Work effectively across a matrixed organization to ensure alignment and timely execution of projects.
• Track project budgets, expenditures, and financial commitments.
• Create and manage purchase orders (POs) and related procurement activities.
• Monitor spending trends and support budget forecasting activities.
• Generate reports and metrics to help ensure projects remain within approved budgets.
• Coordinate domestic and international shipment of research materials, compounds, and samples.
• Manage import/export activities and ensure compliance with shipping and customs requirements.
• Maintain accurate shipping documentation and monitor shipment timelines.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of research materials.
• Collect, track, and analyze operational data and performance metrics.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to collaborator performance, shipping cycle times, research productivity, and budget utilization.
• Support trend analysis and generate operational insights to drive efficiency improvements.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership and project teams.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Support ongoing process improvement initiatives.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and operational summaries.
• Assist with special projects and operational priorities as assigned.

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Organic Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
• Strong understanding of scientific terminology, chemical compounds, and/or biological materials.
• Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Ref: #558-Scientific