Research Associate II/III, Assay Development (Contract)

What you'll do:

• Work with senior scientific personnel to test and troubleshoot molecular biology, ligand binding and protein characterization assays in a subset of the following categories: 

• Molecular biology assays including qPCR, ddPCR, and nucleic acid extraction

• Ligand binding assays including ELISA

• Protein characterization assays including chromatography, electrophoresis, and light scattering assays

• Execute experimental plans.

• Conduct sample analysis following standard procedures.

• Participate in decisions on experimental approaches and interpretation of data.

• Author test procedures, documented standard test methods, and SOPs.

• Present project status updates to AD team members.

• Maintain current knowledge of regulatory requirements for product characterization assays.

• Maintain excellent documentation of laboratory activities.

• Perform routine lab maintenance.

• Other responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

About you:

• Bachelor’s degree in a life sciences field with 2+ years of relevant experience in a biotech company or fast-paced academic research lab, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience in generating high quality and reproducible data employing accurate documentation is required.

• Knowledge of protein and DNA chemistry is required.

• Experience with molecular biology, ligand binding, and/or protein characterization assays is strongly desired.

• Experience in AAV-based gene therapy is a plus.

• Knowledge of SoftMaxPro, QuantStudio, Empower, and/or other common analytical software is a plus.

• Must be a self-starter, proactive, cooperative, and proficient at working both independently and in a small team environment.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficient with MS Office and other common office software.