Research Assistant, Site Based, West Point, PA

Evotec; West Point (PA); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Growth opportunities

Flexible on-site role

Inclusive culture

Cutting-edge projects

Big ideas environment

Descripción de la vacante

Evotec in West Point PA is seeking a curious Research Assistant to support Benchling and related lab information systems, ensuring data quality and regulatory compliance while assisting users.

You will collaborate with Cell Core, QB, technicians, and IT/engineering to triage issues, document processes, and help drive adoption through training and release notes.

Formación

• BS in life sciences or related field is required.
• 2+ years supporting scientific workflows, data curation, and compliance.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication are essential.
• Excel and basic PowerPoint proficiency are required.

Responsabilidades

• Provide user assistance for Benchling and related LIMS; ensure data quality and regulatory compliance.
• Triage issues and coordinate with Cell Core, QB, technicians, and IT/engineering; document fixes.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Excel

PowerPoint

Data curation

Educación

BS in life sciences

Herramientas

Benchling/LIMS/ELN

Descripción del empleo

Job Title: Research Assistant

Location: West Point PA

Reports To: Senior Laboratory Manager, Sample Management Operations

About Us

At Evotec , we believe that curiosity is the spark that drives innovation and success. As a forward-thinking team, we thrive on challenging the status quo, learning from each other, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We're on a mission to create a place where curiosity isn't just encouraged-it's celebrated.

Are you someone who asks questions, seeks answers, and isn't afraid to go deeper? #BeCUREious with us and see where your curiosity can take you!

The Role

We're looking for a passionate and curious Research Assistant to join our team. If you're excited by new challenges, solving complex problems, and learning every step of the way, you might just be the perfect fit. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to drive impactful projects, collaborate with bright minds, and explore uncharted territories.

As a Research Assistant at Evotec, you'll have the freedom to ask the hard questions, think outside the box, and find creative solutions that push us forward. It's a role where your curiosity will fuel both your personal growth and the success of the team.

What You'll Do

We are seeking a detail-oriented Research Assistant to support Benchling and related laboratory information systems by providing user assistance, compliance monitoring, data curation, documentation, training, testing, and cross-system coordination. The position ensures high data quality and regulatory compliance for legacy and active research records. This position will help users with access and workflow issues and drives adoption through documentation and training. It partners closely with Cell Core, QB, technicians, and IT/engineering to triage issues, validate fixes, and maintain synchronized records across Benchling, Dotmatics, and Limfinity.

Key Responsibilities

• User support: manage access/reactivation, respond to inquiries, maintain FAQ repository, capture enhancement requests.


• Compliance monitoring: track empty containers, unregistered entities, unassigned samples, and location validation errors; support volume compliance reporting.


• Training & adoption: produce release notes, deliver re-training and onboarding, promote best practices.


• Documentation management: create and maintain user manuals and step-by-step guides; ensure version control and accessibility.


• Feature testing: test new features/releases, document test plans/results, report defects, and validate fixes.


• Record review & data curation: triage and correct legacy records, consult with scientists, update Dotmatics and other systems, and document decisions for traceability.


• Intake & troubleshooting: assist with cell line registrations/expansions and manage approval workflows.


• Tracking & data quality: report missing documentation, maintain master tracking file, and drive corrective actions.


• Tools: extensive Microsoft Excel use; PowerPoint for stakeholder communications.


• Collaboration: coordinate with Cell Core, QB, technicians, and stakeholders through meetings and status tracking.

Who You Are

• BS (or equivalent) in life sciences or related field;


• 2+ years supporting scientific workflows/data curation/compliance;


• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication;


• Excel and basic PowerPoint proficiency;

Preferred: experience with Benchling/LIMS/ELN, familiarity with lab workflows and compliance standards, user training and documentation experience, and basic understanding of validation and release processes.

Why Join Us

• Growth Opportunities : We're a company that believes in continuous learning and development. Whether it's professional courses, mentorship, or new projects, we'll help you grow.


• Flexible Work Environment : We offer flexible work options to help you balance your professional and personal life. This role is site based.


• Inclusive Culture : We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone's voice is valued, and curiosity is encouraged.


• Innovative Projects : You'll have the chance to work on groundbreaking initiatives and cutting-edge technology in an atmosphere where your curiosity is the key to success.


• A Place for Big Ideas : We don't just talk about thinking outside the box-we throw the box away. If you've got ideas, we want to hear them.

Are You Still Curious?

If you've read this far, then chances are you've got a curious mind-just like us.

Let your curiosity guide your career- #BeCUREious and explore the endless possibilities at Evotec!

The hourly pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be $23.50 to $30.50 per hour. Hourly pay offered may vary depending on the individual's skills, experience and competitive market value. Additional