Enzyme Research Associate - Contract to Hire

System One; Conshohocken (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

System One is seeking a Research Associate in Conshohocken, PA to support the development of advanced materials through laboratory research and product development on a contract-to-hire basis.

The role involves performing enzyme activity assays, protein characterization, and catalyst testing, while maintaining meticulous data records and following safety procedures within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• BS in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or related scientific discipline.
• 2+ years of lab experience in biochemistry, biotechnology, or related fields.
• Hands-on in enzyme activity assays and biochemical experiments.
• Familiarity with protein concentration measurement techniques and lab instrumentation.
• Experience with buffers, reagents, biological samples, and enzyme solutions.
• Knowledge of immobilized enzyme preparation and catalyst testing techniques is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and data quality.
• Basic statistical analysis and data interpretation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and scientific data management tools.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Integrity, accountability, and safe lab practices.
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, adaptable, willing to support multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Support laboratory research and product development activities.
• Execute experimental protocols for enzyme activity assays and related work.
• Maintain accurate documentation of experimental data and results.
• Prepare samples, buffers, reagents, and solutions for experiments.
• Support preparation and characterization of enzyme-based catalyst systems.
• Conduct enzyme activity, stability, and recyclability testing.
• Organize and summarize data for technical reviews.
• Assist with equipment maintenance, calibration, and inventory.
• Follow safety procedures and handle chemicals and biological materials properly.

Skills

Enzyme activity assays

Biochemical experiments

Protein concentration measurement

Buffer preparation

Catalyst testing

Data interpretation

Laboratory teamwork

Safety procedures

Documentation

Education

BS in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or related scientific discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Scientific data management tools

Job description

System One is seeking a Research Associate in Conshohocken, PA to support the development of advanced materials through laboratory research and product development on a contract-to-hire basis.

The role involves performing enzyme activity assays, protein characterization, and catalyst testing, while maintaining meticulous data records and following safety procedures within a collaborative team environment.