Research Associate II & III - Assay Development

Dawar Consulting; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Paid Sickleave

401K

Job summary

Dawar Consulting is seeking a Research Associate II & III for assay development in Tucson, AZ. The role involves designing, executing, and interpreting lab experiments to support Ventana projects, with rigorous documentation and GMP/GLP compliance.

Responsibilities include preparing technical reports, presenting results, troubleshooting, collaborating with teammates, and contributing to process improvements. A degree in life sciences and 2–6 years of related experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences required.
• 2–6 years of relevant post‑college experience.
• Proficiency in wet laboratory techniques (e.g., pipetting, balance, stir plate).
• Capable of literature search and data interpretation; proficient with word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software.
• Experience with SAFe/Agile planning processes (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experimental protocols with minimal supervision; observe and analyze data.
• Prepare and present technical reports, summaries, and quantitative analyses; maintain accurate records.
• Troubleshoot problems and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate in a team environment; contribute to project planning with creative input.
• Contribute to process improvement and assist in identifying patentable inventions.
• Train colleagues and ensure quality and adherence to the Quality First Time principle.
• Exercise judgment in selecting methods and techniques for complex problems.

Skills

Wet lab techniques

Pipetting

Literature search

Office software

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences

Job description

Research Associate II & III - Assay Development

Tucson, United States | Posted on 09/05/2026

Our client, a worldleader in life sciences and biotechnology, is looking for a“ResearchAssociate II & III - Assay Development” based in Tucson, AZ.

Job Duration:LongTerm Contract(Possibility Of Extension)

Company Benefits:

Medical, Paid Sickleave, 401K

THE OPPORTUNITY:

• Conductresearch, development, and manufacturing laboratory experimentation tosupport Ventana projects.
• Design,execute, and interpret experiments, applying technical expertise towardproject strategies.
• Preparetechnical reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative analyses andpresent results to the team, while maintaining complete, accuratelaboratory documentation in compliance with company policies (e.g., GMP,GLP, Design Control).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Designand execute experimental protocols with minimal supervision, includingmaking observations and analyzing data.
• Prepareand present technical reports, summaries, and quantitative analyses;maintain complete and accurate records.
• Troubleshootproblems and institute corrective actions.
• Workcollaboratively in a team environment by providing creative solutions andinput to project planning.
• Contributeto process improvement suggestions and assist in identifying patentableinventions.
• Traincolleagues and monitor work to ensure quality and continuous adherence tothe Quality First Time principle.
• Exercisejudgment in selecting appropriate methods and techniques for complexproblems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:Bachelor'sDegree in Life Sciences
• Experience:2–6years of relevant post-college job experience.
• TechnicalSkills: Proficiency in a range of specialized wet laboratory techniques(e.g.,pipetting,using a balance and stir plate,etc.);capable of searching scientific literature; skilled with word processing,spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• SoftSkills: Good communication and presentation skills, meticulous attentionto detail, coachable, collaborative, and a proven ability and desire tolearn.
• ExperiencewithSAFe/Agile planning processesand reporting frameworks(preferred)