Senior Research Assistant

Aequor; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequor is seeking a Sr. Research Associate to drive assay transfer from development to manufacturing, focusing on bench experiments, process characterization and scale-up support.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on wet lab experience (IHC/ISH) in a regulated environment, with 6+ years post-college or a Master’s with at least 1 year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science with 6+ years post-college experience.
• Master’s degree with 1+ year relevant experience.
• Experience in wet lab and immunohistochemistry (IHC) and ISH.
• Experience in regulated environment, product development and/or manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, execution, and troubleshooting of complex laboratory protocols, bench experiments, process characterization and scale-up activities with minimal supervision.
• Record meticulous observations, conduct quantitative data analysis and report results.

Skills

Wet lab

IHC

ISH

Data analysis

GxP environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science

Master’s degree

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title: Sr. Research Associate - Assay Transfer

Location: Tucson, AZ 85755 (onsite)

Duration: 24 months contract (with possible extension)

Terms: Contract W2

Max Pay: $38.00 per hour on W2

SUMMARY

• As a member of the Assay Transfer team, you will facilitate the seamless transition of new and existing reagent products from Development to Manufacturing.
• This role involves initiating, directing, and executing process characterization, scientific research, and manufacturing process strategies to support product manufacturability and improve process capability.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science with 6+ years of post-college relevant experience, OR
• Master’s degree with 1+ year of relevant experience.

Technical Expertise:

• Hands-on experience with wet lab and biological techniques, specifically IHC (Immunohistochemistry) and ISH (In Situ Hybridization).
• Direct experience in a regulated environment, product development, and/or manufacturing operations.
• Proficiency in standard laboratory techniques, scientific literature retrieval, and software tools (word processing, spreadsheets, graphical/presentation applications).
• Methodologies: Ability to apply Design for Six Sigma and Design for Quality and Manufacturability (DQM) principles to optimize processes and solve potential inventions or production issues.
• Candidate Guidelines: Candidates must meet the minimum post-college experience requirements (6+ years for Bachelor's). Please do not submit Ph.D. candidates (considered overqualified).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Laboratory Execution & Protocol Design:

• Lead the design, execution, and troubleshooting of complex laboratory protocols, bench experiments, process characterization, and scale-up activities with minimal supervision.
• Execute bench experiments, record meticulous observations, and conduct quantitative data analysis.