Research Associate II - Pilot Plant

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA, Inc.); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA) is seeking a Research Associate II - Pilot Plant for a contract assignment in Tucson, AZ.

You will perform hands-on reagent formulation, analyze data, and support RUO operations throughout formulation, filling, and packaging of reagent products destined for commercial distribution. The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of lab experience, strong problem-solving skills, and clear communication.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years hands-on laboratory experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret complex data.
• Clear communicator who relays technical information effectively.
• Detail-oriented with solid grasp of industry best practices and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on reagent formulation, ensuring highest standards of quality and purity through rigorous analysis.
• Interpreting experimental data, maintaining safety protocols, and documenting findings to support the production lifecycle.
• Support Research Use Only (RUO) operations, including formulation, filling, and packaging of reagent products destined for commercial distribution.

Skills

Lab experience

Data analysis

Communication

Detail-oriented

Tools

SAP

Job description

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Research Associate II - Pilot Plant for a contract assignment with one of our premier Pharmaceutical clients in Tucson, AZ.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on reagent formulation, ensuring the highest standards of quality and purity through rigorous analysis.
• Responsible for interpreting experimental data, maintaining strict compliance with safety protocols, and documenting your findings to support our production lifecycle.
• Play a key role in our Research Use Only (RUO) operations, supporting the formulation, filling, and packaging of reagent products destined for commercial distribution.

Required Skills

• Experienced: 2-4 years of hands-on laboratory experience.
• Analytical: Possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret complex data accurately.
• A Clear Communicator: Excel at relaying technical information effectively.
• Detail-Oriented: Solid grasp of industry best practices and compliance standards.

Preferred Skills

• Lab Expertise: Prior experience working in a clinical or fast-paced laboratory setting.
• Formulation Proficiency: Hands-on experience with reagent formulation processes.
• Systems Knowledge: Proficiency using SAP for inventory or production management.

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