Research Associate responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Supports late-stage cell therapy products through analytical assay development, assay qualification/validation, and sample testing activities.
- Contributes to the design, planning, execution, and optimization of analytical assay development activities and assay validation studies.
- Performs experiments, analyzes and interprets data, troubleshoots technical issues, and communicates results and recommendations to internal stakeholders.
- Prepares and presents scientific data in technical reports, team discussions, and departmental meetings.
- Provides clear and proactive status updates on assigned activities, risks, and timelines to project teams and management.
- Supports preparation and review of assay-related technical documentation, including protocols, methods, and reports.
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to support analytical strategy and timely project execution.
Contributes to laboratory operations, including ordering, organization, equipment monitoring, maintenance, and general laboratory compliance
The ideal candidate would possess:
- Strong experience with mammalian cell culture.
- Hands-on experience with DNA/RNA extraction and molecular biology assays such as qPCR, ddPCR, and DNA/RNA quantitation.
- Experience with QX ONE, QX 200 and QuantStudio 7 instrumentation preferred.
- Working knowledge of analytical method development, assay optimization, qualification, and validation in a GMP environment.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze complex experimental data, troubleshoot assay performance issues, and support method improvements.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write and review SOPs, technical reports, and scientific documentation.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with peers, managers, and cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
- Solid understanding of GMP requirements and documentation practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline required.
- Master’s degree preferred.
- 4+ years of relevant industry experience; additional experience in analytical development or GMP assay validation strongly preferred.
- Experience supporting late-stage development or regulated laboratory environments is preferred.
- Must have authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements
- Candidates located within a commutable distance to Berkeley, CA are highly encouraged to apply
Mon-Friday 1st Shift, No weekend or holiday work
What we offer:
- Comprehensive medical coverage, with dental and vision options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid holidays and vacation
- Comp Range: $60,000-80,000
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services® (PSS) is a global, award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients’ site dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount, co-employment and project-management worries.
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