Research Analyst II - Immunology

RXinsider LTD.; Ashland (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

RXinsider LTD. in Ashland, OH seeks a detail‑oriented Laboratory Technician to perform data collection, sample handling and routine analyses under GLP regulations.

You will document procedures and results, support study materials, and communicate findings to PIs and management while maintaining safety and quality standards. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 1 year of related experience, and proficiency with MS Office; you will work in a regulated environment with cross‑functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 1 year of related experience.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem solving capabilities. Knowledge of GLPs and SOPs; strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tasks by moderately complex methods.
• Document procedures, materials and results in compliance with GLPs, protocols, SOPs, etc.
• Communicate effectively with all applicable parties in formal/informal settings.
• Assist with labeling and solution preparations and inventory management.
• Write study and non-study deviations, and assist with investigations and quality observations.
• Operate laboratory instruments with minimal oversight and perform data analysis using appropriate software.
• Assist with training of new staff and support production materials.

Skills

Analytical

Problem solving

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Prioritization

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.A. / B.S)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Responsible for handling and processing samples and performing accurate data collection and reporting. Perform laboratory tasks by various moderately complex methods.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Effectively and efficiently perform and document all procedures, materials and results in compliance with all regulatory standards as applicable (GLPs, protocols, analytical procedures, SOPs, etc.).
• Ability to effectively communicate with all applicable parties in formal/informal settings.
• Assists with laboratory support functions such as labeling and solution preparations.
• Assist with maintaining both study specific inventory of consumables and overall consumables - i.e. basic solvents, standard plates, pipette tips, with minimal oversight.
• Independently write both study and non-study deviations. Partners with Management, PIs for more complex study or non-study specific deviations.
• Active engagement in process improvement initiatives with minimal oversight with more senior staff.
• Demonstrate moderate level of critical thinking, troubleshooting and time management skills aligned with needs of the operational area.
• Independently execute routine studies.
• Execute validation testing with oversight.
• Execute less complex method validation projects with minimal oversight.
• Operate laboratory instruments with minimal oversight, as appropriate.
• Prepare and perform data analysis with an increased understanding of appropriate software for multiple assay types.
• Participate in peer-to-peer meetings.
• Assist with the completion of laboratory investigations, assay troubleshooting and quality observations with oversight.
• Assist with the preparation of study materials for routine production work with minimal oversight.
• Capable of assisting with training of new staff members for most operational functions as needed.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (B.A. / B.S)
• Experience: At least 1-year related experience.
• Other: Demonstrated analytical and problem solving capabilities. Understanding of regulatory requirements of study types assigned, as well as Testing Facility SOPs and the Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), as appropriate. Written and verbal communication skills. Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines. Proficiency in the use of standard software including Microsoft® Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc. and with standard laboratory calculations.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without a sponsor visa, now or in the future.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to lift, move, manipulate and/or hold heavy objects up to and including 50 pounds; this includes work materials, equipment, and/or supplies.
• Must be able to perform procedures, standing or sitting, for long periods of time, using appropriate instruments, reaching with hands and arms, working in narrow spaces, and wearing safety equipment (PPE) according to OSHA regulations and company standards.
• Must be able to frequently hold and manipulate work materials while utilizing fine motor skills.
• Must be able to regularly provide information to and receive information from/through various technologies, media, sources, and contacts. Must be able to accurately exchange information in these situations.
• Regularly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Move about inside the work area to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• General office and lab working conditions, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to wear protective clothing (i.e., goggles, face shield, cap, gloves, scrubs, shoe covers), work near toxic or caustic chemicals, work with biohazards.
• The employee may occasionally be exposed to live animals with risk of exposure to allergens, zoonotic disease, and biohazards.
• The employee may occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, unpleasant odors, and extreme temperature conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment ranges from moderate to high depending upon the task being performed.

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