Research Associate II - Rockville, United States - Bioqual, Inc.

    Bioqual, Inc.
    Bioqual, Inc. Rockville, United States

    1 month ago

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    OBJECTIVE:

    The Research Associate II position is responsible for performing immunological assays in support of scientific investigations. This laboratory-based position responsible for conducting in vitro experiments in order to produce reliable and precise data.

    RA II should be familiar with a variety of general laboratory techniques that are supportive of the research outlined in approved protocols.

    Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic, and team, oriented environment.





    QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:


    • BS/MS in the life sciences or related field.
    • >5 years of direct research experience with 6 years of direct lab work and related course work
    • 3+ years immunoassay experience a plus.
    • Experience working with pre-clinical samples. Experience with non-human primate/rodent samples is preferred.
    • Training/experience with Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) techniques. BSL-3 experience a plus.
    • Process tissues and blood (rodent or non-human primate origin) for in vitro assays.
    • Maintain detailed records on experimentation and reagent/sample inventories.
    • May assist in analyzing and interpreting experimental data.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
    sitting, standing, stretching, lifting, reaching, stooping. Use of repetitive use of hands and extremities. Visual 100%


    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


    • Plan and execute cell-based assays of animal samples. May perform tasks related to the research project independently, but within broad guidelines and subject to periodic review by supervisor or other research staff.
    • Able to perform or assist with multicolor flow cytometric assays
    • Process tissues and blood (rodent or non-human primate origin) for in vitro assays.
    • Maintain detailed records on experimentation and reagent/sample inventories.
    • Perform testing of new methods and establish Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
    • May assist in analyzing and interpreting experimental data.
    • Assist with report writing, SOP writing, and GLP compliance.
    • Interact professionally with clients.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.