R&D Research Assistant

Meissner; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

HQ Onsite Full Gym

401k, Profit Sharing

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Meissner is seeking a detail-oriented Research Assistant to join our Camarillo, CA headquarters and contribute to groundbreaking scientific research. You will carry out experiments, collect data, and use cutting-edge equipment to advance development, testing, and production of new products.

The role is on-site and requires compliance with safety and ISO standards. We value meticulous record-keeping, data analysis, and clear communication with R&D engineers.

Qualifications

• Science or engineering degree or equivalent work experience.
• Strong math skills and ability to perform basic calculations.
• Experience with data recording in spreadsheets.
• Familiar with MS Office suite.
• Ability to follow protocols and maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge of lab safety procedures.
• Capable of lifting up to 25 pounds and working in a cleanroom.

Responsibilities

• Carry out experiments according to protocols laid out by researchers and engineers.
• Learn to operate current and future scientific equipment such as microscopes and analytical tools.
• Collect and record experimental data accurately in electronic systems and notebooks.
• Support cell culture tasks and process development for lab-scale experiments.
• Maintain meticulous records of experimental details and KPIs.
• Conduct timely experiments meeting established deadlines.
• Perform meaningful statistical analyses of data sets.
• Write short reports and summaries for team use.
• Prepare graphs and spreadsheets to present results.
• Create presentation slides to share findings.
• Maintain and service lab and production equipment as needed.
• Assist in pilot and production activities within R&D.

Skills

Mechanical acumen

MS Office

Data entry

Lab safety

English skills

Statistical analysis

Education

Science/Engineering degree

Tools

Microscopes

Analytical instruments

Spectroscopy tools

Metrology tools

Image analysis software

Excel

Job description

Research Assistant

Are you a detail-oriented and enthusiastic individual eager to contribute to groundbreaking scientific research? We are seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to join our dynamic team, where you'll be instrumental in conducting experiments, collecting data, and utilizing cutting‑edge scientific equipment to propel our projects forward.

Who is Meissner?

The goal at Meissner is to be more than simply good; it is to be extraordinary. Extraordinary performance comes from extraordinary people.

Meissner as a group is passionate about helping our clients manufacture lifesaving and life enhancing drugs, therapies, and vaccines. We develop, manufacture, supply and service advanced microfiltration products and single‑use systems worldwide.

We know that when you are passionate about what you do, it’s more than just a job.

Meissner is focused on the development of the whole individual, and we have programs and tools in place to help us stay at our best mentally and physically. In alignment with our commitment to support the growth and development of the whole individual, Meissner has inaugurated a Learning and Development department to solely focus on cultivating our team. When you grow, we grow.

How you will make an impact

Research Assistants are at the forefront of innovation and material testing at Meissner. The Research Assistant works collaboratively with R&D Engineers and Scientists assisting with the routine operations of development, testing, quality, and production of new products and technology. They will work directly with the R&D Scientific & Engineering teams; carrying out laboratory experiments, using scientific imaging tools and analytical instrumentation to bring future technologies from bench‑scale to pilot‑scale.

• Carry out experiments and research according to protocols laid out by primary researchers and engineers. Capability to learn new techniques and procedure rapidly and frequently is essential.
• Learn how to use current and future scientific equipment that may include: microscopes, analytical instruments, spectroscopic tools, metrology tools.
• Assist in projects by collecting and recording experimental data accurately electronically and in notebooks.
• May support cell culture tasks and assist in processes and method establishment for laboratory‑scale cell culture experiments.
• Maintain meticulous records of experimental details, daily updates of spreadsheets and lab books with the attention to detail and accuracy to ensure reliable data is available for use by team members.
• Carry out experiments in a timely manner, respecting established deadlines.
• Conduct meaningful and accurate statistical analyses of data sets.
• Write short reports and summaries that can be used by team members to advance projects.
• Prepare graphs and spreadsheets to present results and keep track of activities (KPIs).
• Create presentation slides to present findings on a regular basis, and when necessary.
• Maintain equipment (both scientific and industrial) in proper working order and clean.
• Take on tasks that are mechanical in nature after receiving proper training. For example, assembly/disassembly of equipment and fixtures for experiments, setup of experiments, product testing and material testing as required.
• Assist in the operations of the R&D departmental pilot and production activities, including assistance in production, cleaning and maintenance of facilities and equipment.

This is an on‑site role based out of our headquarters in Camarillo, CA.

The skills and experience you’ll need

• A Science or Engineering degree required, or equivalent scientific and engineering related work experience.
• Must have a strong mechanical acumen and ability to perform basic math, understanding addition, subtraction, measurement, ratios, and percentages.
• A deeper knowledge of statistical analysis is an advantage.
• Familiar with MS Office software including Outlook, Word, Excel on the PC. Must be able to record and enter data into spreadsheets and use an image analysis software.
• Must have strong English Language written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be capable of following instructions accurately and producing data of high quality and accuracy to support research projects.
• Attention to detail, cleanliness and accuracy is essential.
• Must be capable of handling chemicals safely and follow safety protocols.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Work can sometimes be performed in an ISO Class 7 cleanroom environment. Powder free gloves, face masks, hairnets, gowns, and shoe covers must be worn. Shorts, skirts, loose or baggy clothing is not permitted. Socks and closed shoes are required. Makeup, other than skin moisturizers, is not permitted. Because smokers continue to shed thousands of smoke particles even hours after smoking a cigarette, and these particles will damage our filter products, only non‑smokers are permitted to enter or work in the cleanroom.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Apply anyway.

What we can offer you

• Full Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with HSA Employer Contributions for eligible plans
• Additional Perks – HQ Onsite Full Gym, Ultramodern Coffee Bars, Free EV Charging Stations, Employee Discounts
• 401k, Profit Sharing, 401k Advisory Services
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Anniversary Holiday

Ready to make an impact? Let’s talk.

This position may require you to access information that is subject to U.S. export regulations. You may only access such information if you are a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. government.

Meissner is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

US BASE PAY SCALE $26.36 - $33.70/hr

The base pay scale for this role is what Meissner reasonably expects to pay for the position although actual pay may vary from this scale depending on an applicant's experience.