Research Associate III - Assay Development

Advanced Clinical; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k benefits

Job summary

Advanced Group seeks a Research Associate II to support R&D and lab operations through experimental design, execution, data analysis, and technical reporting. The role focuses on generating high-quality data, troubleshooting challenges, and driving continuous improvement within a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate has hands-on lab experience, strong documentation skills, and the ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related field is required.
• 4–6 years of lab or research experience with hands-on techniques.
• Strong data analysis, documentation, and technical reporting skills.
• Ability to review literature and apply findings to research activities.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and analyze laboratory experiments with minimal supervision.
• Interpret experimental results and provide technical input to support project objectives.
• Prepare technical reports, protocols, summaries, presentations, and quantitative analyses.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation in accordance with applicable quality and compliance standards.
• Troubleshoot experimental issues and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project planning, execution, and problem-solving.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and innovation efforts.
• Train and support colleagues while promoting quality-focused laboratory practices.
• Utilize sound scientific judgment to select appropriate methods and techniques for complex experimental challenges.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Data analysis

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are seeking a Research Associate II to support research, development, and laboratory operations through experimental design, execution, data analysis, and technical reporting. This role will contribute to scientific projects by generating high-quality data, troubleshooting laboratory challenges, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on laboratory experience, excellent documentation skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Research Associate II to support research, development, and laboratory operations through experimental design, execution, data analysis, and technical reporting. This role will contribute to scientific projects by generating high-quality data, troubleshooting laboratory challenges and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on laboratory experience, excellent documentation skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and analyze laboratory experiments with minimal supervision.
• Interpret experimental results and provide technical input to support project objectives.
• Prepare technical reports, protocols, summaries, presentations, and quantitative analyses.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation in accordance with applicable quality and compliance standards.
• Troubleshoot experimental issues and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project planning, execution, and problem-solving.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and innovation efforts.
• Train and support colleagues while promoting quality-focused laboratory practices.
• Utilize sound scientific judgment to select appropriate methods and techniques for complex experimental challenges.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or a related scientific discipline.
• 4-6 years of relevant laboratory or research experience.
• Hands-on experience with common laboratory techniques and equipment.
• Strong data analysis, documentation, and technical reporting skills.
• Ability to review scientific literature and apply findings to research activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team environment.
• Attention to detail, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous learning.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within regulated laboratory environments.
• Familiarity with quality systems, laboratory documentation practices, and process improvement initiatives.
• Experience with Agile or similar project planning and reporting methodologies.

Key Competencies

• Experimental design and execution.
• Scientific analysis and technical problem-solving.
• Laboratory documentation and data integrity.
• Collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Process improvement and quality-focused decision-making.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

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Full-time employees are also eligible for benefits options such as health coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401k benefits.

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