Research Associate I and II

JMD Technologies Inc.; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry seeks a Research Associate to support various projects focused on clinical translation of therapies. The candidate will execute laboratory methodologies, analyze data, and work closely with the research team to drive project goals. This role requires strong foundational skills in cellular and molecular biology and an associate's degree, providing an excellent opportunity to advance in a dynamic field.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years relevant technical experience.
• Experience in PCR and western blots is essential.
• Proficiency in animal handling and dosing is desired.

Responsibilities

• Conduct siRNA tool compound screenings and in vivo drug candidate testing.
• Analyze data and present results in group meetings.
• Maintain experimental records and write SOPs.

Skills

Cellular biology

Molecular biology

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Associates degree

Job description

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Duration: 12 Months

Purpose:

To provide technical laboratory research effort in support of multiple projects focused on expedited evaluation and the clinical translation of therapies.

Essential Functions:

• Execution of siRNA tool compound screenings and structure activity relationship studies

• Cellular and molecular biology methodologies, e.g., mammalian cell culture; cell-based assays; RNA extraction and RT-qPCR; protein extraction and western blots, ELISAs and MSD assays; histological based assays including standard stains, immuno-histochemistry and in situ hybridization

• In vivo drug candidate testing (e.g., mouse dosing (SC and IV); necropsy; sample analysis)

• Analyze data and present the results in group meetings

• Maintain clear experimental records in laboratory notebooks; write SOPs and other technical reports as needed

• Work closely with research team members to quickly and effectively address critical questions related to the efficacy of our drugs

Qualifications:

• Associates degree with 1-3 years of minimum relevant technical experience (LEVEL I)

• Previous experience in cellular and molecular biology is essential (e.g., quantitative real-time PCR, western blots) is required

• Proficiency in animal handling, dosing, and necropsy is desired

• Experience with flow cytometry or cell sorting is advantageous

• Candidate must have strong oral and written communication skills, strong work ethics and demonstrated to be an effective contributor to group projects in a team-oriented environment

• The ability to perform and interpret experiments reliably, and to advance projects aggressively towards defined goals is expected

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Research and Information Technology

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Biotechnology Research

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