Associate Researcher

Net2Source (N2S); Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Net2Source (N2S) seeks a biology-focused professional to join our laboratory team. The role centers on lab operations, equipment maintenance, and chemical inventory management in a high-throughput environment.

You will adjust formulations and troubleshoot with scientists, track media requests, and coordinate with internal teams on media quality and delivery timelines while following safety, aseptic, and regulatory protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology, agronomy, chemistry, or related field.
• Strong foundation in chemistry, math, and biology.
• Experience with aseptic techniques and standard lab practices.
• Ability to multitask and work independently.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Fluent in English (spoken, written, reading).

Responsibilities

• Adjust formulations and troubleshoot with scientists
• Track and prioritize media requests using lab systems
• Clean and maintain lab equipment regularly
• Manage chemical inventory
• Communicate with internal teams on media quality and delivery timelines
• Follow all safety, ergonomic, and aseptic procedures
• Ensure compliance with chemical handling and biological hazard protocols

Skills

English fluency

Excellent communication

Ability to multitask

Experience with aseptic techniques

Strong foundation in chemistry, math,/

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology, agronomy, chemistry, or related field

Job description

• Adjust formulations and troubleshoot with scientists
• Track and prioritize media requests using lab systems

Lab Operations & Maintenance

• Clean and maintain lab equipment regularly
• Manage chemical inventory
• Communicate with internal teams on media quality and delivery timelines

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety, ergonomic, and aseptic procedures
• Ensure compliance with chemical handling and biological hazard protocols

Physical & Multitasking Requirements

• Stand for extended periods during lab work
• Lift and move materials weighing 20-45 lbs.
• Perform repetitive hand and arm movements with ergonomic awareness
• Handle multiple tasks efficiently in a high-throughput lab environment

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology, agronomy, chemistry, or related field
• Strong foundation in chemistry, math, and biology
• Experience with aseptic techniques and standard lab practices
• Ability to multitask and work independently
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Fluent in English (spoken, written, reading)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in media preparation or plant tissue culture
• Familiarity with regulated lab environments and safety protocols
• Prior experience in production or research lab settings