Research Associate II

About the role

If you thrive at the bench generating clean, decision-making bioanalytical data, this role puts your expertise front and center. You will run core molecular assays from ddPCR to ELISA on tissue extracts, maintain GLP documentation, and guide junior analysts across active nonclinical programs.

Location: South San Francisco, California
Job type: Contract
Pay: $35.00 - 39.31 per hour
Schedule: 9 to 5
Education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

• Nonclinical bioanalytical activities in GLP and non-GLP environment
• Extract protein, DNA, and/or RNA from necropsied animal tissue
• Run ddPCR, qPCR, ELISA, MSD, Western blot, and related analyses on tissue extracts
• Perform nonclinical sample analysis
• Support drafting and maintenance of analysis plans and SOPs
• Data analysis, compilation, and QC
• Train and support other analysts on bioanalytical methods, workflows, and best laboratory practices

Qualifications

• Required: BS in Biology or related field (MS preferred); Hands-on experience qPCR/ddPCR, ELISA or MSD; 5+ years of hands-on experience a bioanalytical, molecular biology or related laboratory setting; Experience following SOPs and study documentation; Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate, complete and traceable documentation in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP); Strong communication and organizational skills, with a proactive approach to delivering high-quality work.
• Preferred: Experience supporting GLP toxicology or IND-enabling studies; Experience with automated liquid handling systems and assay automation; Experience with LIMS/ELN systems and electronic data workflows; Experience in gene therapy, biologics