Research Assistant/Research Associate

About the Role

This position will support experiment design, data collection, analysis, troubleshooting, and data reporting within the DMPK department. This includes gathering data on pre-clinical compound parameters using a variety of techniques, organizing and processing the data using statistical and analytical methods to reach meaningful conclusions, and reporting observations to clients and other decision-makers.

Responsibilities

• Report to the senior team leader.
• Work and collaborate daily with a group of scientist and associates within the DMPK department.
• Maintain a detailed laboratory notebook.
• Develop compound methods and collect data using LC-MS/MS and other instrumentations (HPLC, spectrophotometry, etc.)
• Conduct day-to-day testing of compounds in biological matrices and/or other solvent systems in a team-oriented environment.
• Analyze and interpret data using different software programs (Sciex Analyst, DiscoveryQuant, GraphPad prism, MS Excel, etc.)
• Prepare reports and communicate with collaborators and clients.
• Multitask, recognize problems, provide input to solutions, draft reports, and communicate results proficiently with clients and in lab meetings.
• Contribute to basic lab maintenance such as preparing buffers, cleaning, ordering, stocking, and follow-up.
• Communicate and work closely with other groups to finish collaboration projects in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in biology, chemistry, or related area.
• 0-4 years of related experience in the biotech, pharma or preclinical CRO industry.
• Working experience with LC-MS/MS, HPLC, bioanalytical studies preferred.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills with demonstrated ability to resolve complex situations that require a logical, analytical and methodical approach.
• Self-motivated to multitask, initiate projects, and work both independently and in a team environment to meet deadlines.
• Excellent organization and planning skills with attention to detail.
• Committed to customer satisfaction and focused on the importance of quality.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Hands-on exposure to general biotech laboratory equipment.
• A preferred candidate will have a good understanding and knowledge of laboratory tools, techniques, methods, and underlying principles.
• Good understanding of quantitative analysis, biological sample (plasma, whole blood, tissues, etc) processing technics is a plus.

Work Environment

• May work with potentially infectious samples of human and/or animal origin (i.e. blood, tissues, etc.).
• May handle hazardous chemicals.

Pay & Benefits

Salary Range: $62,400 to $80,000

Frontage Laboratories offers a competitive compensation and generous benefits package including health and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, health insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance etc.