Research Associate – Lab Operations & Mentoring

CTI; País Vasco; Hybrid; EUR 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

CTI is seeking an organized professional to support both administrative and laboratory operations in a hybrid environment. You will compose reports, prepare meeting materials, and ensure documentation accuracy while assisting in data entry, kit assembly, and inventory management.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Kitting, Logistics, and Project Management teams, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to safe lab practices.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English.
• Bachelor's Degree (or must be working toward a degree)

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing, composing, and producing professional letters and reports.
• Prepare minutes, agendas, trackers, etc., using Microsoft Office software.
• Proofread documents ensuring grammar, spelling, format, and punctuation are correct.
• Assist in developing training presentations using PowerPoint.
• Create professional binders for distribution to clients.
• Assist in data entry, filing, and quality check reviews.
• Provide support in laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with established procedures for specimen handling, processing, test execution, result documentation, and record management.
• Assist in the maintenance of laboratory infrastructure and equipment, contributing to a safe, clean, and fully functional working environment.
• Coordinate with external service providers for equipment repairs, upgrades, and scheduled maintenance, ensuring adherence to internal protocols and safety standards.
• Assemble kits according to lab kit specifications, individually or as part of a team.
• Work with Kitting, Logistics, and Project Management teams.
• Assist in tracking of kits and inventory management as requested.
• Maintain detailed and accurate global laboratory records and documentation.
• Assist with administrative responsibilities.
• Mentor less tenured Research Associates and act as a resource.

Skills

Fluent in English

Education

Bachelor's Degree (or pursuing a degree)

Job description

CTI is seeking an organized professional to support both administrative and laboratory operations in a hybrid environment. You will compose reports, prepare meeting materials, and ensure documentation accuracy while assisting in data entry, kit assembly, and inventory management.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Kitting, Logistics, and Project Management teams, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to safe lab practices.