Associate Scientist: Disease Detection & Diagnostics

MRIGLOBAL; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 66,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-being benefits

Retirement matches

Parental Leave

PTO

Job summary

MRIGlobal, in Kansas City, MO, seeks an Associate Scientist to join the Integrated Health Surveillance & Diagnostics (IHSD) Research & Development team. The role supports assay and product development, laboratory testing, and data generation within a fast-paced biology lab.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in molecular/cell biology and mammalian stem cell culture, with industry or CRO experience and a passion for applying science to real-world challenges.

Qualifications

• BS or MS with lab experience in molecular/cell biology preferred.
• Experience with mammalian stem cell culture and in vitro models is essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and teamwork required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory research and execute experiments under guidance of Principal Investigators and technical leads.
• Support assay development, testing, optimization, and troubleshooting activities.
• Work with mammalian stem cells, cell culture systems, and advanced in vitro models.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, laboratory procedures, and study documentation.
• Analyze, summarize, and communicate experimental results to project teams.
• Collaborate with scientists across multiple disciplines to advance research objectives and deliver client-funded programs.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Support the timely execution of project deliverables and technical milestones.

Skills

Mammalian stem cell culture

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Independent work ability

Problem-solving

Organized and adaptable

Laboratory safety and quality

Microsoft Office and data analysis

Education

B.S. in Cell Biology / related life science with 3-5 years experience

M.S. in related field with 1+ year experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Scientific data analysis software

Job description

MRIGlobal, in Kansas City, MO, seeks an Associate Scientist to join the Integrated Health Surveillance & Diagnostics (IHSD) Research & Development team. The role supports assay and product development, laboratory testing, and data generation within a fast-paced biology lab.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in molecular/cell biology and mammalian stem cell culture, with industry or CRO experience and a passion for applying science to real-world challenges.