Research Associate

Artech Information System LLC; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading workforce solutions provider is seeking a Research Associate in West Chester, PA, for a 12-month contract. The role involves conducting laboratory research on biomaterials alongside scientists and engineers. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or materials science, with laboratory experience preferred. Key responsibilities include running experiments, documenting results, and maintaining laboratory operations. This position requires less than 5% travel and operates in a Biosafety Level 2 lab.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting laboratory experiments is required.
• Experience with standard biology and chemistry methods and computerized instruments is preferred.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory work related to physical, biological, or chemical testing of prototype medical devices.
• Collaborate with other researchers to generate data.
• Design experiments, write protocols, and document data.

Skills

Laboratory experiment conduction

Standard biology and chemistry methods

Data analysis

Multi-tasking

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, materials science

Tools

Experimental analysis software

Job description

LanceSoft is a nationally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) that has established itself as a pioneer in providing highly scalable, cost-effective workforce solutions to a diverse set of customers across various industries in the United States. Headquartered in Virginia, LanceSoft currently operates out of several locations in the US and Canada.

Job Description

Title: Research Associate

Location: West Chester, PA

Duration: 12 Months

Job Description:

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Research Associate - Biomaterials R&D will work in a laboratory environment performing research and development activities on in collaboration with scientists and engineers in support of R&D or product development projects for the DePuy Synthes Biomaterials organization.

POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The individual will be actively involved in laboratory work related to physical, biological, or chemical testing of prototype medical devices, or drug-device combination products.
• The individual will work in a team environment, and will use standard chemical or biological laboratory methods and electronic instruments to generate data in collaboration with other researchers.
• The individual will help design experiments, write protocols, execute experiments, document data appropriately, and communicate results to the research team.
• The individual will contribute to the efficient operation of laboratories, including maintaining inventories of materials and supplies, and monitoring function of lab instruments, and will provide other project or product support as needed in order to support Synthes’ business demands.
• The individual will know and follow all laws and policies that apply to one's job, and maintain the highest levels of professionalism, ethics and compliance at all times. They will diligently participate in our compliance program-related activities as denoted by your supervisor or our Chief Compliance Officer.
• This position requires work in a Biosafety Level 2 lab.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience conducting laboratory experiments is required.
• Experience with standard biology and chemistry methods and computerized instruments is preferred
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be highly motivated, well organized, team oriented, analytical and flexible.
• Skilled in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and standard experimental analysis software.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors degree in chemistry, biology, materials science, or related discipline
• BS with 3 years of experience or MS with 1 year of experience preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• This position requires less than 5% travel.