Research Associate -- GOEDC5859904

Location: Johnston, IA 50131 | Duration: 12+ Months | Shift: Monday-Friday, 7:30am - 4pm | Pay Rate: $25/hr. on W2

About the Role

Seeking a Research Associate to support the Media Lab within the company's Biotechnology Lab Operations. This role is critical to preparing high-quality culture media for biotechnology research and production. The ideal candidate will be scientifically skilled, physically capable, and able to multitask in a fast-paced lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare plant tissue culture media using established protocols
• Adjust formulations and troubleshoot with scientists
• Track and prioritize media requests using lab systems
• Clean and maintain lab equipment regularly
• Manage chemical inventory
• Communicate with internal teams on media quality and delivery timelines
• Follow all safety, ergonomic, and aseptic procedures
• Ensure compliance with chemical handling and biological hazard protocols
• Stand for extended periods during lab work
• Lift and move materials weighing 20–45 lbs.
• Perform repetitive hand and arm movements with ergonomic awareness
• Handle multiple tasks efficiently in a high-throughput lab environment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, agronomy, chemistry, or related field
• Strong foundation in chemistry, math, and biology
• Experience with aseptic techniques and standard lab practices
• Ability to multitask and work independently
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Fluent in English (spoken, written, reading)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in media preparation or plant tissue culture
• Familiarity with regulated lab environments and safety protocols
• Prior experience in production or research lab settings

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 7:30am - 4pm

Pay

$25/hr. on W2