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Actalent

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Science
    Research & Development
  • Gaithersburg

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor's in biological science, 1-3 years of ELISA experience, BSL-2 lab familiarity, colorimetric assay knowledge, MS Office skills, flexibility, attention to detail, and teamwork ability.
  • You will perform assays, record data, optimize methods, analyze results, maintain supplies, ensure compliance, draft SOPs, and conduct COVID, ELISA, and cell culture activities in a lab setting.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in biological science, molecular biology, immunology, or equivalent years of relevant industry experience.
  • At least 1-3 years hands on Industry experience with different types of ELISA assays.
  • Familiar with aseptic technique and working in a BSL-2/BSL-2 plus laboratory.
  • Working knowledge of colorimetric assays for enzyme activity and inhibition.
  • Familiarity with MS Word, Excel and SoftmaxPro GxP.
  • Candidate must be flexible in time management.
  • Self-starter who can work independently and a team player who can work cross functionally. Attention to detail is desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Play a key role in performing technical laboratory processes, including training on existing assays and clinical testing related activities as per schedule and under manager discretion in a GxP/GLP environment.
  • Individual will be required to perform assays with high sample throughput.
  • Individual will be required to record all data in specified formats (including electronic) and maintain a lab notebook.
  • Individual will additionally be responsible for activities related to optimization and qualification of assays.
  • Individual will assist the Laboratory Lead or above to analyze and interpret clinical and/or experimental data.
  • Individual must ensure that corporate, quality, regulatory and safety procedures/requirements are being observed and followed at all times.
  • Individual will maintain accurate inventories and will be responsible for informing lab support for ordering supplies.
  • Individual will be responsible for facility housekeeping according to regulations.
  • Individual will be responsible for drafting SOPs, writing reports and presenting data in various formats.
  • Individual will be responsible for performing COVID assays as per manager’s direction.
  • Individual will be responsible for performing ELISA and cell based assays as per manager’s direction.
  • Individual will be responsible for cell culture activities related to testing clinical samples including assay development and qualification as needed.
  • Individual will be responsible for generating accurate high throughput clinical data following a qualified Influenza Microneutralization (MN) assay using high throughput clinical testing.
  • Individual will be responsible for generating accurate high throughput clinical data following a Validated Hemagglutination Inhibition Assay (HAI) assay using high throughput clinical testing.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Research Associate II?

The primary responsibility of the Research Associate II is to perform technical laboratory processes, including conducting assays and clinical testing activities in a GxP/GLP environment, as well as optimizing and qualifying assays.

What kind of assays will the Research Associate II be performing?

The Research Associate II will be responsible for performing COVID assays, ELISA and cell-based assays, as well as generating high throughput clinical data for Influenza Microneutralization and Hemagglutination Inhibition assays.

Is there a specific educational requirement for this position?

Yes, a Bachelor’s degree in biological science, molecular biology, immunology, or equivalent years of relevant industry experience is required.

How many years of industry experience are required for this position?

At least 1-3 years of hands-on industry experience with different types of ELISA assays is required.

What laboratory techniques should the candidate be familiar with?

The candidate should be familiar with cell culture, ELISA, immunoassays, and aseptic techniques, as well as working in a BSL-2/BSL-2 plus laboratory.

Will the Research Associate II be responsible for training other analysts?

Yes, the individual is expected to play a key role in training and delegating work to analysts on a day-to-day basis following direction from the lab lead or manager.

What software knowledge is required for this position?

Familiarity with MS Word, Excel, and SoftmaxPro GxP is required.

Is attention to detail necessary for this role?

Yes, attention to detail is desirable for the Research Associate II position.

Does Actalent offer diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives?

Yes, Actalent has embedded diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives into their culture and focuses on hiring diverse talent, maintaining an inclusive environment, and ensuring growth opportunities for their people.

How can candidates request accommodations during the application process?

Candidates can request reasonable accommodations by emailing actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for options related to their disability.

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