Biotech Research Associate - Lab Automation & Data

Dawar Consulting; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid sick leave

401(k)

Job summary

Dawar Consulting is seeking a Research Associate I in Santa Monica, CA. The role involves mammalian cell culture, routine lab procedures, data collection, and supporting automation workflows. You will maintain records in electronic notebooks and assist with sample processing according to SOPs.

The position is a long-term contract with potential conversion after 18 months, and offers benefits such as medical coverage, paid sick leave, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Bioengineering, Immunology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Hands-on laboratory experience through industry, academic research, internship, or similar experience.
• Practical experience with mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammalian cell culture, cell counting, media preparation, and routine laboratory procedures.
• Execute laboratory experiments following established protocols and SOPs.
• Support laboratory automation, liquid handling, and sample processing workflows.
• Prepare reagents, consumables, and materials for experiments.
• Maintain accurate experimental records using electronic laboratory notebooks and laboratory data systems.
• Assist with data collection, quality checks, and organization of experimental results.
• Troubleshoot routine laboratory and automation workflow issues.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Aseptic technique

Laboratory data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or related field

Tools

ELN

LIMS

Laboratory data management systems

Job description

Dawar Consulting is seeking a Research Associate I in Santa Monica, CA. The role involves mammalian cell culture, routine lab procedures, data collection, and supporting automation workflows. You will maintain records in electronic notebooks and assist with sample processing according to SOPs.

The position is a long-term contract with potential conversion after 18 months, and offers benefits such as medical coverage, paid sick leave, and a 401(k) plan.