Research Associate – Stability (IHC/ISH)

Pharmaceutical Company; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotech firm in Tucson is looking for a Research Associate III or Senior Research Associate to support stability studies and laboratory research activities. This role involves designing experiments, executing assays, and analyzing data to aid scientific projects. Candidates must possess a relevant bachelor's degree with significant experience, particularly in immunohistochemistry and stability studies. The firm emphasizes hands-on experience, with associates expected to optimize methodologies within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s + 4+ years relevant experience for Research Associate III.
• Bachelor’s + 6+ years OR Master’s + 1+ year for Senior Research Associate.
• Strong industry experience required.
• Experience in stability studies, assays, or laboratory research.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experimental plans to support project goals.
• Perform laboratory experiments and analyze scientific data.
• Prepare technical reports, summaries, and presentations.
• Develop and optimize methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria.
• Troubleshoot experiments and implement corrective actions.
• Support stability studies and assay development activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on investigations and projects.
• Identify and implement process improvements in the lab.

Skills

Experimental design

Assay execution

Data analysis

Hands-on experience with IHC

Hands-on experience with ISH

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

We are seeking a Research Associate III or Senior Research Associate to support stability studies and laboratory research activities. This role will focus on experimental design, assay execution, and data analysis to support ongoing scientific and manufacturing projects.

• Design and execute experimental plans to support project goals
• Perform laboratory experiments and analyze scientific data
• Prepare technical reports, summaries, and presentations
• Develop and optimize methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria
• Troubleshoot experiments and implement corrective actions
• Support stability studies and assay development activities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on investigations and projects
• Identify and implement process improvements in the lab

🎓 Qualifications

• Research Associate III: Bachelor’s + 4+ years relevant experience
• Senior Research Associate: Bachelor’s + 6+ years OR Master’s + 1+ year
• Strong industry experience required
• Hands‑on experience with IHC (Immunohistochemistry) and ISH (In Situ Hybridization)
• Experience in laboratory research, assay development, or stability studies
• Candidates with less than 4 years experience will not be considered
• PhD candidates are overqualified for this role