Research Associate II & III - Assay Development

Uncover; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid sick leave

401K

Job summary

Ventana, a world leader in life sciences, seeks a Research Associate II/III in Tucson, AZ to design, execute, and interpret assay development experiments within GMP/GLP-compliant settings. This long-term contract role offers pay DOE and benefits including medical, 401K, and paid sick leave.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Life Sciences with 2–6 years of post-graduate experience, strong wet lab skills, and proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and collaborative teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences.
• 2–6 years of relevant post-college job experience.
• Proficiency in wet laboratory techniques and literature search.
• Strong communication and attention to detail; collaborative and coachable.
• Experience with SAFe/Agile planning processes and reporting frameworks (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experimental protocols with minimal supervision.
• Prepare and present technical reports, summaries, and analyses; maintain records.
• Troubleshoot problems and institute corrective actions.
• Collaborate in a team environment to provide solutions and input to project planning.
• Contribute to process improvement and identify patentable inventions.
• Train colleagues and ensure Quality First Time adherence.
• Exercise judgment in selecting methods for complex problems.

Skills

Wet lab techniques

Literature search

Good communication

Detail oriented

Team collaboration

SAFe/Agile planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Literature databases

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)