Senior Research Associate - Diagnostics Lab Innovator

Planet Pharma; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 108,886,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma in Tucson, AZ is seeking a research scientist to design experimental plans and execute bench experiments in support of ongoing projects within in‑vitro diagnostics. You will prepare technical reports and maintain meticulous records while developing new methods and evaluating criteria.

The role requires independent work to improve lab processes, contribute to publications or patents, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Experience designing experimental plans to support project objectives.
• Ability to execute bench experiments and analyze data.
• Proficient in preparing technical reports and summaries.
• Maintain complete and accurate records.
• Ability to work independently to develop methods and evaluation criteria.
• Identify improvements to lab processes and environment.
• Recognized expert across a wide range of techniques.
• Document activities for publication or patents.

Responsibilities

• Participates or leads cross functional technical teams.
• Trains others in areas of expertise.
• Troubleshoots problems and institutes corrective action.
• Monitors work to ensure quality and promote Quality First Time.

Skills

Experimental design

Bench experiments

Data analysis

Technical reporting

Record keeping

Independent judgment

Team collaboration

Training others

Job description

Planet Pharma in Tucson, AZ is seeking a research scientist to design experimental plans and execute bench experiments in support of ongoing projects within in‑vitro diagnostics. You will prepare technical reports and maintain meticulous records while developing new methods and evaluating criteria.

The role requires independent work to improve lab processes, contribute to publications or patents, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.