Cell Culture Research Associate

Oncology Voice Network LLC; Cincinnati, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Impellam Group in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a hands-on Research Associate to join a team performing mammalian cell culture, in vitro studies, and molecular biology assays. You will culture cells, run assays, and thoroughly document results in a regulated research environment.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in cell culture, proficiency with ELISA/Western blot and PCR-based methods, and a degree in Cell/Molecular Biology or related field.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on cell culture experience (CRO, industry, or academic lab all count)
• Comfort with techniques like ELISA, Western Blot, PCR, or cytotoxicity assays
• Experience in a regulated lab environment (GMP/GLP) is a plus, not a must
• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field
• Strong attention to detail and documentation habits
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Culturing and maintaining mammalian cells and primary cell lines using aseptic technique
• Running in vitro experiments and biological assays
• Performing ELISA, Western Blot, cytotoxicity assays, and gene expression analysis (PCR/qPCR/dPCR)
• Documenting your work thoroughly and accurately
• Troubleshooting protocols and helping optimize lab procedures
• Collaborating with the broader research team on ongoing studies

Skills

Cell culture

ELISA

Western blot

PCR

Cytotoxicity assays

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's in Cell Biology or related

Master's in Cell/Molecular Biology or related

PhD in related field

Job description

# Cell Culture Research AssociateSRG · Cincinnati, OHContractPosted Sep 15, 202635–45 an hour## Job DescriptionResearch Associate / Lab Scientist - Cell Culture & Molecular Biology Onsite About the Role We're looking for a hands-on bench scientist to join a research team performing mammalian cell culture, in vitro studies, and molecular biology assays. You'll work closely with scientists and engineers supporting active research programs - this is a great fit for someone who loves lab work, values precision, and wants to grow in a CRO or industry research setting. What You'll Be Doing Culturing and maintaining mammalian cells and primary cell lines using aseptic technique Running in vitro experiments and biological assays Performing ELISA, Western Blot, cytotoxicity assays, and gene expression analysis (PCR/qPCR/dPCR) Documenting your work thoroughly and accurately Troubleshooting protocols and helping optimize lab procedures Collaborating with the broader research team on ongoing studies What We're Looking For 2+ years of hands-on cell culture experience (CRO, industry, or academic lab all count) Comfort with techniques like ELISA, Western Blot, PCR, or cytotoxicity assays Experience in a regulated lab environment (GMP/GLP) is a plus, not a must Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field Strong attention to detail and documentation habits Comfortable working independently and as part of a team Nice to Have Master's or PhD with 1-2 years of industry experience Publications (if coming from an academic background) Exposure to tissue engineering or nonclinical research Impellam Group and its brands are equal-opportunity employers committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, interview process, pre-employment activity, and the performance of crucial job functions. If you require additional disability considerations, modifications, or adjustments please let us know by contacting [e-mail] or fill out this form to request accommodations.## Additional DetailsCity: CincinnatiState: OhioCountry: US