Research Associate

Research Associate II

Onsite in Lexington, MA

Duration: 6 - month contract

Responsibilities

• Work with scientists to conduct lab-based studies to support project efforts
• Perform tissue culture work with human cell lines to develop and optimize workflows for cell model engineering and in vitro screening
• Support project management efforts in standard operating procedure creation, sharing knowledge and skills, and fostering cross-functional teamwork
• Engage in effective communication with colleagues within company.
• Work with human cell lines, recombinant DNA, and common molecular biology reagents in a laboratory environment that may include hazardous chemicals and blood borne pathogens
• Functions may require some morning, evening, or weekend hours outside of standard business hours

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 3-5 years of experience post-degree; relevant experience may be substituted as appropriate. Title is dependent on qualifications.
• Tissue culture experience is required—including strong aseptic technique, BSL2 stewardship, and troubleshooting
• Experience with automated laboratory equipment, complex machinery, and familiarity of high throughput data production principles are a plus
• Ability to carry out complex protocols required
• Experience in basic molecular biology techniques required
• Experience working in a team environment required, industry (CRO, pharmaceutical, biotech) experience is preferred