Nonclinical Bioanalysis Research Associate II

Planet Pharma; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma seeks a Research Associate II to support and execute nonclinical bioanalytical activities in GLP and non-GLP environments. You will process samples, run assays, analyze data, document results, and train other analysts in support of preclinical programs.

Based in South San Francisco, CA, this on-site role requires hands-on experience with qPCR/ddPCR, ELISA or MSD, and strong documentation practices. MS preferred and a proactive communicator will excel.

Qualifications

• BS in Biology or related field (MS preferred).
• Hands-on experience with qPCR/ddPCR, ELISA or MSD.
• 5+ years in bioanalytical, molecular biology or related laboratory setting.
• Experience following SOPs and study documentation.
• GDP-compliant documentation practices.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Nonclinical bioanalytical activities in GLP and non-GLP environment.
• Extract protein, DNA, and/or RNA from necropsied animal tissue.
• Run ddPCR, qPCR, ELISA, MSD, Western blot, and related analyses on tissue extracts.
• Perform nonclinical sample analysis.
• Support drafting and maintenance of analysis plans and SOPs.
• Data analysis, compilation, and QC.
• Train and support other analysts on bioanalytical methods, workflows, and best laboratory practices.

Skills

qPCR/ddPCR, ELISA or MSD

GDP documentation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

BS in Biology or related field

MS preferred

Tools

LIMS/ELN systems

Excel

SoftMax Pro

GraphPad Prism

JMP

SnapGene

Job description

Planet Pharma seeks a Research Associate II to support and execute nonclinical bioanalytical activities in GLP and non-GLP environments. You will process samples, run assays, analyze data, document results, and train other analysts in support of preclinical programs.

Based in South San Francisco, CA, this on-site role requires hands-on experience with qPCR/ddPCR, ELISA or MSD, and strong documentation practices. MS preferred and a proactive communicator will excel.