Research Associate

Dawar Consulting; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid sick leave

401(k)

Job summary

Dawar Consulting is seeking a Research Associate I in Santa Monica, CA. The role involves mammalian cell culture, routine lab procedures, data collection, and supporting automation workflows. You will maintain records in electronic notebooks and assist with sample processing according to SOPs.

The position is a long-term contract with potential conversion after 18 months, and offers benefits such as medical coverage, paid sick leave, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Bioengineering, Immunology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Hands-on laboratory experience through industry, academic research, internship, or similar experience.
• Practical experience with mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammalian cell culture, cell counting, media preparation, and routine laboratory procedures.
• Execute laboratory experiments following established protocols and SOPs.
• Support laboratory automation, liquid handling, and sample processing workflows.
• Prepare reagents, consumables, and materials for experiments.
• Maintain accurate experimental records using electronic laboratory notebooks and laboratory data systems.
• Assist with data collection, quality checks, and organization of experimental results.
• Troubleshoot routine laboratory and automation workflow issues.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Aseptic technique

Laboratory data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or related field

Tools

ELN

LIMS

Laboratory data management systems

Job description

Research Associate

Santa Monica, United States | Posted on 09/02/2026

Our client, a world leader in biotechnology and life sciences, is looking for a “Research Associate I”.

Location: Santa Monica, CA

Job Duration: Long-Term Contract (Potential for conversion at the end of 18 months depending on the needs of the business)

Rate: $35-$39/hr on W2

Company Benefits: Medical, Paid Sick Leave, 401 (k)

Key Responsibilities

• Perform mammalian cell culture, cell counting, media preparation, and routine laboratory procedures.
  
• Execute laboratory experiments following established protocols and SOPs.
  
• Support laboratory automation, liquid handling, and sample processing workflows.
  
• Prepare reagents, consumables, and materials for experiments.
  
• Maintain accurate experimental records using electronic laboratory notebooks and laboratory data systems.
  
• Assist with data collection, quality checks, and organization of experimental results.
  
• Troubleshoot routine laboratory and automation workflow issues.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Bioengineering, Immunology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
  
• Hands-on laboratory experience through industry, academic research, internship, or similar experience.
  
• Practical experience with mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique.
  

Preferred Skills

• Experience with laboratory automation or liquid handling systems.
  
• Experience with cell-based assays, flow cytometry sample preparation, or molecular biology techniques.
  
• Experience with ELN, LIMS, or laboratory data management systems.