Research Associate

Yoh Services LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life & Disability Insurance

401K Retirement Savings Plan

Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll

Referral Bonus Programs

Certification and training

Job summary

Yoh Life Sciences in San Diego is seeking a Research Associate to support other Researchers and Scientists with daily lab duties. The role centers on tissue culture with iPSCs and neuronal models, along with molecular biology techniques and data analysis.

The position requires an Associates degree (or HS/GED) with 2+ years of related experience and experience with mammalian cell culture. Competitive benefits are offered and the schedule is Mon–Fri, 9–5.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in sciences (or related field) or HS/GED. Bachelors degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of related experience
• Experience with mammalian cells and aseptic cell culture

Responsibilities

• Conduct tissue culture experiments using iPSCs and neuronal models, including cell line maintenance, media formulation, and differentiation protocols.
• Perform molecular biology techniques specific to iPSCs and neuronal models, such as iPSC reprogramming, neural differentiation, gene expression analysis, PCR, Western blotting, and DNA sequencing.
• Assist in the design and optimization of experiments related to iPSCs and neuronal models, including protocol development, troubleshooting, and data analysis.
• Assist with routine lab management duties including medium preparation, equipment maintenance, and inventory tracking
• Collaborate with senior scientists to ensure project milestones are met on schedule

Skills

Tissue culture

Mammalian cells

Aseptic technique

Lab support

Education

Associates Degree in sciences

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology

Tools

PCR

Western blot

DNA sequencing

Job description

Yoh Life Sciences is hiring for a Research Associate in San Diego. This position will support other Research Associates and Scientists on the team for daily lab support duties.

Position: Research Associate

Rate: $24 - 27/hr DOE

Location: San Diego

Shift: Mon. - Fri. 9-5pm

Responsibilities

• Conduct tissue culture experiments using iPSCs and neuronal models, including cell line maintenance, media formulation, and differentiation protocols.
• Perform molecular biology techniques specific to iPSCs and neuronal models, such as iPSC reprogramming, neural differentiation, gene expression analysis, PCR, Western blotting, and DNA sequencing.
• Assist in the design and optimization of experiments related to iPSCs and neuronal models, including protocol development, troubleshooting, and data analysis.
• Assist with routine lab management duties including medium preparation, equipment maintenance, and inventory tracking
• Collaborate with senior scientists to ensure project milestones are met on schedule

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in sciences (or related field) or HS/GED. Bachelors degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of related experience
• Experience with mammalian cells and aseptic cell culture

Estimated Min Rate: $24.00

Estimated Max Rate: $27.00

What’s In It for You?

• 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. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.

For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.

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