Research Associate II

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in planning experiments and execute them.
• Trains Molecular Lab Operations Specialists, Molecular Technologists, and Research Associates in new technologies, implementing technology changes, or upon hire.
• Maintains laboratory equipment, including completing logs and maintenance, e.g., cleaning, sterilize, maintaining, and shut down laboratory equipment, accessories, and instruments used in research experiments, daily and weekly as required.
• Unpacks reagent orders as received; logs them in the reagent database; creates labels, tracking documentation, and QC forms; and stores them in the proper location and conditions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science related field and 2 years of post-graduation laboratory experience is required or a Master's degree in a science related field and 1 year of laboratory experience.
• Demonstrate clear ability to explain previous molecular assay experience, including the function of positive/negative controls, sample results, and data interpretation.
• Experience in experimental design and troubleshooting is a plus.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, summarize, and present research results is preferred.
• Demonstrated ownership in projects or experiments is a plus.

Physical Demand

• Will work at a computer some of the time as well as need to keep inventory and ordering records requiring the use of copiers, fax machines, and PDF scanners.
• Visual acuity and analytical skill to distinguish fine detail.
• Ability to pass a visual color discrimination test.
• Manual dexterity to use common laboratory equipment and perform sterile techniques as required.
• Must possess ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Must possess ability to perform repetitive motion.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• May have exposure to high noise levels, fumes, and bio-hazardous material in the lab environment.
• Exposure to formaldehyde, xylene, Clorox Bleach, DAB and alcohol which emit fumes. The formaldehyde, xylene, and DAB are carcinogenic.
• May be required to handle blood-borne pathogens and general laboratory reagents.
• May have exposure to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, fumes and bio-hazardous material/chemicals including formalin in the lab environment.

Required Training

• All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee.

Conditions of Employment

• Individual must successfully complete pre-employment process, which includes criminal background check, drug screening, credit check (applicable for certain positions) and reference verification.