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Research Associate

Dawar Consulting

Job Description
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.

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Skill Set
Laboratory Techniques, mammalian cell culture, lab automation/liquid handling
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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