Research Associate III - Assay Development

TALENT Software Services; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

TALENT Software Services is seeking an onsite Research Associate II in Assay Development. The candidate will conduct experiments, analyze data, and prepare reports supporting Ventana projects. Requires 4-6 years post-college experience and a Bachelor's in Life Sciences.

Responsibilities include protocol execution, data interpretation, and collaboration within a team to ensure quality and timely results. Strong communication and meticulous documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or equivalent required.
• 4-6 years post-college experience preferred.
• Proficiency with wet laboratory techniques and data interpretation required.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments and interpret results.
• Prepare technical reports and quantitative analyses with complete documentation.
• Troubleshoot problems and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Wet lab techniques

Literature search

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences

Tools

Pipetting

Balance

Stir plate

MS Office

Job description

This is an onsite position for a Research Associate II in Assay Development, requiring 4-6 years of post-college experience, with an hourly compensation rate of *** and a maximum client bill rate of ***

THE OPPORTUNITY

Conduct research, development, and manufacturing laboratory experimentation to support Ventana projects.

Design, execute, and interpret experiments and apply 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: 4-6 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.

Preferred

Experience with SAFe/Agile planning processes and reporting frameworks