Senior Associate Research Scientist I

About the role

This position is located in the Bioanalytics, Analytical Operations Laboratory in Research Triangle Park, NC. The work is performed on-site and is laboratory based.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing and analyses with minimal assistance using modern instrumental analytical techniques, including but not limited to Karl Fischer moisture analysis, coagulation assays, enzymatic assays, and immunoassays.
• Apply relevant analytical test experience in a cGXP environment, including proper pipetting (volumetric, positive displacement, reverse) and a sound understanding of the principles of test methods.
• Demonstrate proven awareness of and adherence to applicable regulatory guidance documents for cGXP testing, method validation, and CMC development (preferred).
• Operate and perform maintenance on modern analytical instruments, including but not limited to coulometric titrator, coagulation analyzer, immunonephelometer, and plate readers.
• Accurately and contemporaneously document laboratory work in a research notebook or LIMS system.
• May contribute to report writing.
• Demonstrate a proactive, results‑oriented approach with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Identify aberrant results, initiate investigations, and actively participate in problem‑solving efforts that require independent and original thought.

Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Work performed in a clinical and/or laboratory environment.
• Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms.
• Exposure to electrical office equipment.
• Exposure to chemicals; personal protective equipment required (protective eyewear, garments, gloves).
• Frequently sits and bends neck for 4‑6 hours per day; may stand and twist neck for 2‑4 hours per day; occasionally walks, bends and twists waist and squats.
• Frequent hand movement of both hands with ability to make fast, simple movements of fingers, hands, and wrists; ability to make precise coordinated movements of fingers to grasp and manipulate objects.
• Moderate lifting of 15‑30 lbs., with a maximum lift of 35 lbs.; may reach above and below shoulder height.
• Color perception/discrimination, near vision and far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and to 20/100 in the other eye.

Qualifications

• Degree must be within a relevant field: Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or Toxicology.
• Master’s degree plus 1 year of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s degree plus 3 to 4 years of relevant experience