Research Associate II

Job Title
:
Research Associate II - Assay Development

Location
:
Oro Valley, AZ

Work Model
:
Onsite

Hours
: M-F normal business hours

Compensation
: $27.00/hr

Type
: 2-year contract, Potential for extension or conversion to permanent

• Conduct research, development, and manufacturing laboratory experimentation to support company projects, specifically IHC and molecular detection kit development.
• Design, execute, and interpret experiments and apply technical expertise toward project strategies.
• Prepare technical reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative analyses and present results to the team, while maintaining complete, accurate laboratory documentation in compliance with company policies (e.g., GMP, GLP, Design Control).
• Design and execute experimental protocols with minimal supervision, including making observations and analyzing data.
• Prepare and present technical reports, summaries, and quantitative analyses; maintain complete and accurate records.
• Troubleshoot problems and institute corrective actions.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment by providing creative solutions and input to project planning.
• Contribute to process improvement suggestions and assist in identifying patentable inventions.
• Train colleagues and monitor work to ensure quality and continuous adherence to the Quality First Time principle.
• Exercise judgment in selecting appropriate methods and techniques for complex problems.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences
• Experience:
  
  2-4 years of relevant post-college job experience.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in a range of specialized wet laboratory techniques (e.g., pipetting, using a balance and stir plate, etc.); capable of searching scientific literature; skilled with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Soft Skills:
  
  Good communication and presentation skills, meticulous attention to detail, coachable, collaborative, and a proven ability and desire to learn.
• Preferred (Nice to Have):
  Experience in reagent and instrument development

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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