Research Assistant I

Artech Information System LLC; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT staffing company in Massachusetts is seeking a Research Assistant. This role involves the analysis of protein therapeutics using various analytical methods, including CE and HPLC. The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in biochemistry or a related discipline, with good communication skills and experience in a fast-paced team environment. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply, especially those with experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in the biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry preferred.
• Recent graduates will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the analysis of protein therapeutics in support of formulation development.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks and compile data for monthly reports.
• Work in a fast-paced team environment.

Skills

Good communication skills (oral and written)

Pipetting accuracy

Sample preparation

Analytical methods knowledge

Education

B.S. in biochemistry or related discipline

Tools

CE

HPLC

CD

DSC

CE-SDS

SDS-PAGE

Job description

Artech is the 10th Largest IT Staffing Company in the US, according to Staffing Industry Analysts' 2012 annual report. Artech provides technical expertise to fill gaps in clients' immediate skill-sets availability, deliver emerging technology skill-sets, refresh existing skill base, allow for flexibility in project planning and execution phases, and provide budgeting/financial flexibility by offering contingent labor as a variable cost.

Job Description

The Research Assistant will participate in the analysis of protein therapeutics in support of formulation development using established methods, across a variety of technological platforms such as CE, HPLC, CD, DSC, CE-SDS and SDS-PAGE.

Key expectations and core training will include pipetting accuracy, sample preparation, dilution and testing of samples using analytical methods.

Good communication skills (oral and written).

Laboratory notebooks maintenance; compile data for monthly reports, ability to work in a fast pace team environment.

Skills:

Recent graduates will be considered.

Experience in the biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry preferred

Qualifications

B.S. in biochemistry or related discipline.