Research Associate- Assay Transfer

24-month contract with possibility to extend, onsite in Tucson, AZ (5 days/week, Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week).

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the transition of products from Development to Manufacturing as a member of the Assay Transfer team.
• Initiate, direct, and execute process characterizations, scientific research, development, and manufacturing process strategies to support new and existing reagent products.
• Investigate the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions, products, and problems to ensure manufacturability and improve processes using Design for Six Sigma and Design for Quality and Manufacturability (DQM).
• Plan and execute laboratory research for process characterizations, scale-up, and improving process capability.
• Maintain broad knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.
• Prepare manufacturing documents and complete transfer activities for new products.
• Contribute to the development of product or process principles in creative and effective ways.

Skills

• Lead the design, execution, and troubleshooting of complex laboratory protocols and bench experiments with minimal supervision.
• Utilize deep analytical judgment as a subject matter expert to solve complex technical problems, optimize workflows, and identify patent or publication opportunities.
• Maintain meticulous records, analyze quantitative data, and generate comprehensive technical reports while championing "Quality First Time" standards.
• Partner across organizational boundaries, participate in cross-functional technical teams, and communicate findings clearly to stakeholders.
• Contribute creatively to project planning, implement laboratory improvements, and train other team members in areas of expertise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Science with 4–6 years post-college experience; diverse experience is a plus.
• Master’s degree with 0–2 years of experience.
• Experience with wet lab and biological techniques.
• Previous experience in a regulated environment, product development, and/or manufacturing operations is ideal.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans).
• Supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity).
• 401(k)-retirement savings.
• Life & disability insurance.
• Employee assistance program and legal support.
• Auto, home, and pet insurance.
• Employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Pay

$30–34/hour, depending on experience.