Research Associate II & III - Assay Development

dawarconsulting; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Paid Sick leave

401K

Job summary

Our client, a world leader in life sciences and biotechnology, seeks a Research Associate II & III - Assay Development in Tucson, AZ. You will design, execute, and interpret experiments, prepare technical reports, and maintain GMP/GLP-compliant documentation.

Responsibilities include protocol execution, data analysis, record-keeping, and collaboration within a team to drive project progress and process improvements. Strong communication and meticulous attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences.
• Experience: 2–6 years in relevant post-college roles.
• Proficiency with common wet-lab techniques and basic data handling.
• Strong communication, detail-orientation, and collaborative mindset.
• Experience with SAFe/Agile planning processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experimental protocols with minimal supervision, observe and analyze data.
• Prepare and present technical reports, summaries, and analyses; maintain records.
• Troubleshoot problems and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate in a team by providing creative input to project planning.
• Contribute to process improvements and identify patentable ideas.
• Train colleagues and ensure quality and adherence to first-time quality standards.
• Judge methods and techniques for solving complex problems.

Skills

Wet lab techniques

Literature search

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences

Tools

Pipetting

Balance

Stir plate

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Presentation software

Job description

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

Job Duration: Long Term Contract (Possibility Of Extension) Pay Rate : $27/hr - $34/hr on W2 DOE Company Benefits: Medical, Paid Sick leave, 401K

THE OPPORTUNITY

Conduct research, development, and manufacturing laboratory experimentation to support Ventana projects. Design, execute, and interpret experiments, applying technical expertise toward project strategies. Prepare technical reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative analyses and present results to the team, while maintaining complete, accurate laboratory documentation in compliance with company policies (e.g., GMP, GLP, Design Control).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and execute experimental protocols with minimal supervision, including making observations and analyzing data.
• Prepare and present technical reports, summaries, and quantitative analyses; maintain complete and accurate records.
• Troubleshoot problems and institute corrective actions.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment by providing creative solutions and input to project planning.
• Contribute to process improvement suggestions and assist in identifying patentable inventions.
• Train colleagues and monitor work to ensure quality and continuous adherence to the Quality First Time principle.
• Exercise judgment in selecting appropriate methods and techniques for complex problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences
• Experience: 2–6 years of relevant post-college job experience.
• Technical Skills: 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.
• Soft Skills: Good communication and presentation skills, meticulous attention to detail, coachable, collaborative, and a proven ability and desire to learn.
• Experience with SAFe/Agile planning processes and reporting frameworks (preferred)