Sr. Research Associate - Assay Transfer

System One, Inc.; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

System One, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Research Associate - Assay Transfer in Oro Valley, AZ for a 2-year contract. The role focuses on transferring assays from development to manufacturing, leading process characterization, and delivering robust documentation and data analysis.

The ideal candidate has a science degree with extensive wet lab experience, including IHC and ISH, and works effectively in regulated settings with cross-functional teams. Onsite work with standard lab tools is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science with 6+ years of post-college relevant experience OR Master's degree with 1+ year of relevant experience.
• Hands-on wet lab experience with IHC and ISH.
• Direct experience in a regulated environment, product development, and/or manufacturing operations.
• Proficiency with standard lab software and literature retrieval.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the seamless transition of new and existing reagent products from Development to Manufacturing.
• Initiate, direct, and execute process characterization, scientific research, and manufacturing process strategies to support product manufacturability and improve process capability.
• 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.
• Prepare manufacturing documentation and complete transfer activities for new products.
• Champion "Quality First Time" standards while identifying and implementing process capability improvements in the laboratory environment.
• Serve as a technical resource to troubleshoot complex technical problems, institute corrective actions, and resolve intangible variables.
• Optimize workflows and identify potential patent or publication opportunities.
• Generate comprehensive technical reports, summaries, and experimental procedures.
• Present findings and scientific data clearly to project teams, group meetings, and organizational stakeholders.
• Partner actively across organizational boundaries and lead or participate in cross-functional technical teams (e.g., core teams, failure investigations).
• Contribute to project planning, provide creative solutions, and mentor or train team members in areas of expertise.

Skills

Wet lab experience

Biological techniques

Data analysis

Documentation and reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science

Master's degree

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Presentation software

Job description

Job Title: Sr. Research Associate - Assay Transfer
Location: Oro Valley, AZ
Type: 2-year Contract
Compensation: $38
Work Model: Onsite

Overview

Join a leading organization in the life sciences industry and contribute to the development of innovative diagnostic solutions. This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of research, product development, and manufacturing, applying your scientific expertise to help bring advanced technologies closer to real-world application. If you enjoy solving complex scientific challenges, working in a collaborative laboratory environment, and seeing your research translate into tangible products, this role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution while expanding your technical experience.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the seamless transition of new and existing reagent products from Development to Manufacturing.
• Initiate, direct, and execute process characterization, scientific research, and manufacturing process strategies to support product manufacturability and improve process capability.
• 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.
• Prepare manufacturing documentation and complete transfer activities for new products.
• Champion "Quality First Time" standards while identifying and implementing process capability improvements in the laboratory environment.
• Serve as a technical resource to troubleshoot complex technical problems, institute corrective actions, and resolve intangible variables.
• Optimize workflows and identify potential patent or publication opportunities.
• Generate comprehensive technical reports, summaries, and experimental procedures.
• Present findings and scientific data clearly to project teams, group meetings, and organizational stakeholders.
• Partner actively across organizational boundaries and lead or participate in cross-functional technical teams (e.g., core teams, failure investigations).
• Contribute to project planning, provide creative solutions, and mentor or train team members in areas of expertise.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Science with 6+ years of post-college relevant experience, OR Masters degree with 1+ year of relevant experience.
• 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.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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