Research Assistant

Yoh Services LLC; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Yoh Life Sciences in Loveland, CO is seeking a temporary Research Associate to support national diagnostics projects on our proprietary platform. You will participate in experiment planning, execution, and data analysis in a biologic laboratory.

The role includes lab work, method development, assay testing, data recording, and regulatory compliance. Schedule is M-F 8-5, with collaboration across cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or similar; experience with standard lab equipment and following protocols.
• Functional knowledge of chemistry and biology relevant to diagnostics.
• Good analytical and documentation skills.
• Working knowledge of statistical methods and techniques
• Experience with MS Office
• Experience working in a laboratory setting preferred.
• Well-organized team player with ability to follow written, oral, or diagram instructions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present findings.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Completes lab work and assays/experiments using standard lab equipment and SOPs.
• Performs process development, assay development, product testing and optimization of diagnostic tests.
• Performs testing of assays.
• Participates in initial data analysis, records, and communicates findings.
• Handle and utilize lab equipment; comfortable working in a lab.
• Ensures compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.
• Use problem solving skills in daily tasks.
• Handle biohazardous materials per FDA regulations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences

Tools

MS Office

Lab equipment

Job description

Yoh Life Sciences is hiring a temporary Research Associate for a national diagnostics customer in Loveland, CO. The Research Associate will be assigned to one or more research projects aimed at the further development of the Company’s product assays on our proprietary platform. The projects range from initial research to product development and can involve substantial interdisciplinary activity and collaboration. The Research Associate will participate in experiment planning, execution, and some data analysis in a biologic laboratory.

Schedule

M-F 8-5pm

Location

Loveland, CO

Responsibilities

• Completes lab work and assays/experiments utilizing standard lab equipment, following standard operating procedures
• Performs process development, assay development, product testing and optimization of diagnostic tests.
• Performs testing of assays.
• Participates in initial data analysis, records, and communicates findings.
• Handle and utilize lab equipment as required and must be comfortable working in a lab.
• Ensures compliance with established business policies and regulatory requirements.
• Use problem solving skills
• Handle biohazardous materials in accordance with Company and FDA regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or similar degree program; prior experience with standard laboratory equipment, conducting experiments and following protocols
• Functional knowledge of chemistry and biology principles applicable to the diagnostic industry.
• Good analytical and documentation skills.
• Working knowledge of statistical methods and techniques
• Experienced with MS Office
• Experience working in laboratory setting preferred.
• Well-organized and a collaborative team player, able to demonstrate ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal/written/presentation)
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Estimated Min Rate

$24.00

Estimated Max Rate

$25.00

What’s In It for You?

Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description.

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