Research Associate - pharma

MEDVACON Life Sciences works with many leading pharmaceutical companies to hire temporary and full-time employees to join their organization.

We're providing hiring support for our pharma client located in Foster City, CA for 2 Research Associates in the Foster City location.

This is a sample management and logistics role for a Research Associate to join the Analytical Development team. Responsibilities include managing starting materials, in-process samples, and final products received from various departments, assisting in cryopreservation, and laboratory data management.

• Bachelor’s in cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology or related field required with 1+ years of experience in a similar role in a laboratory.
• Experience with aseptic technique as well as primary and mammalian cell culture.
• Prior biological sample management experience is a plus.
• Ability to follow laboratory procedures with attention to detail and successfully execute experiments at the bench.
• Basic understanding of sample collection, processing protocols, and shipping conditions.
• Understanding of GxP requirements.
• Previous customer service experience is a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel is essential, and knowledge in statistical programming languages such as R and Python is a plus.

Vaccine mandate is in effect due to onsite nature of the position.

Please attach a WORD resume to your submission.

All of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ON‑SITE only.

No benefits for temporary roles.

40 hour week.