Research Associate III - Assay Development

Motion Recruitment; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion Recruitment is seeking a Research Associate III for assay development in Oro Valley, AZ. The role focuses on designing experiments, executing protocols, and interpreting results to support Ventana projects.

Candidates should have a Life Sciences degree and 4–6 years of relevant post-graduate experience. The position involves preparing technical reports, maintaining GMP/GLP-compliant documentation, and collaborating with a team to drive project strategies and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Life Sciences field.
• 4–6 years of relevant post-college experience.
• Proficiency with wet laboratory techniques and data analysis tools.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; detail oriented and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experimental protocols with minimal supervision.
• Prepare and present technical reports and analyses; maintain accurate records.
• Troubleshoot problems and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with team and contribute to project planning with creative solutions.
• Contribute to process improvements and identify potential patentable inventions.
• Train colleagues and ensure quality and adherence to Quality First Time.

Skills

Wet lab techniques

Literature search

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Presentation software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences

Job description

JOB TITLE: Research Associate III - Assay Development

LOCATION: Oro Valley, AZ 85755

DURATION: 24 Months with Possible ext. or FTE

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