Research Associate I BioDesign & Biotherapeutics Discovery

Creative Solutions Services, LLC; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Creative Solutions Services, LLC in Cambridge, MA, is seeking a Research Associate I to support development of innovative biotherapeutic delivery platforms. The role focuses on bioanalytical characterization, molecular biology, and translational research, with hands-on lab work and cross-functional collaboration.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in biology and at least 1 year of post-bachelor experience, with experience in qPCR, ddPCR, ELISA, Western blot, cell culture, and ELNs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related life sciences field.
• Minimum of 1 year of post-bachelor’s research experience in biotech/pharma or academic labs.
• Hands-on molecular biology techniques (qPCR, ddPCR, ELISA, Western blot) experience.
• Experience with tissue processing and mammalian cell culture.

Responsibilities

• Support research activities related to tissue-enhanced delivery technologies.
• Process animal tissues for protein characterization and nucleic acid extraction.
• Perform bioanalytical assays including PCR-based methods and MSD.
• Conduct cell-based functional assays to evaluate biologic candidates.
• Generate and interpret experimental data to support objectives.
• Document SOPs and lab procedures; maintain ELN records.
• Collaborate with scientists and cross-functional teams to meet milestones.
• Follow safety practices and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Molecular biology

qPCR

ddPCR

ELISA

Western blot

Cell culture

Data analysis

Translational research

Bioanalytical characterization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field

Tools

ELN

Scientific data management systems

Job description

Research Associate I – BioDesign & Biotherapeutics Discovery

Location: Cambridge, MA

Pay Rate: $38.00 - 42.00/hour, based on experience

Benefits: Weekly pay and healthcare benefits offered!

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate to support the development of innovative biotherapeutic delivery platforms and advancing pipeline programs. This role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative research environment focused on bioanalytical characterization, molecular biology, and translational research. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on laboratory experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to independently execute experiments while contributing to cross-functional project teams.

Responsibilities

• Support research activities related to tissue-enhanced delivery technologies and biotherapeutic development programs.
• Process animal tissues for protein characterization and nucleic acid extraction.
• Perform bioanalytical assays, including PCR-based methods and electrochemiluminescence immunoassays (MSD).
• Conduct cell-based functional assays to evaluate and characterize biologic candidates.
• Generate, analyze, and interpret experimental data to support research objectives.
• Develop, optimize, and document laboratory procedures and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Adapt and implement new experimental protocols from scientific literature.
• Maintain accurate and timely records using electronic laboratory notebooks (ELNs).
• Collaborate effectively with scientists and cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones.
• Follow laboratory safety practices and ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Pharmacology, or a related life sciences field.
• Minimum of 1 year of post-bachelor’s research experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, academic, or related laboratory environments.
• Hands-on experience with molecular biology techniques such as qPCR, ddPCR, ELISA, Western Blot, or related assays.
• Experience processing animal tissues for downstream molecular or protein analysis.
• Experience with mammalian cell culture techniques and cell-based functional assays.
• Familiarity with electronic laboratory notebooks and scientific data management systems.
• Experience supporting biologics, gene therapy, drug delivery, or translational research programs

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