USA - Research Associate - I - USD

This position is located in Groton, CT.

Pay

$25–30/hr. 6–12 month assignment with possibility for extension or conversion based on performance and budget.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update external screening data repositories and vendor-specific portals.
• Process screening requests, validate and QC data deliverables, and distribute accurate data to scientists.
• Coordinate with external vendors and CROs to track screening requests, clarify deliverables, and support timely resolution of data or workflow issues.
• Support plate-based screening assay transfer to external CRO partners by ensuring assay data, protocols, controls, and supporting documentation are organized, complete, and aligned with internal standards.
• Receive, format, and publish screening data using standardized data-loading tools and templates.
• Register and maintain vendor profiles and project records in designated systems.
• Maintain and update reference/control compound lists and screening protocols.
• Request registration of new control/reference compounds as needed.
• Adhere to established data handling standards and maintain clear documentation for audits and reporting.
• Support additional responsibilities as business needs, project priorities, or workflow requirements evolve.

Qualifications

• BS in Biology or related scientific discipline required.
• Experience with scientific data workflows, data management, and data QC in a research or screening environment.
• In vitro pharmacology experience preferred, including plate-based screening assay workflows, data analysis/QC, and upload.
• Experience working with external vendors, CROs, or outsourced research partners preferred.