Research Associate II Cytology

Position Title: Research Associate II, Cytology
Work Location: Tucson, AZ 85755
Assignment Duration: 24 months
Work Arrangement: Onsite

Conduct research, development, and manufacturing laboratory experimentation to support Ventana projects. This involves designing, executing, and interpreting experiments and applying technical expertise toward project strategies.

• 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 Science.
• Experience: 2-4 years of relevant post-college job experience.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in a range of specialized laboratory techniques, capable of searching scientific literature, and skilled with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Soft Skills: Good communication, meticulous attention to detail, coachable, and a proven ability and desire to learn.
• Preferred (Nice to Have): Experience handling cytology specimens and preparing cytology slides using the Hologic T2000 or the BD Totalys.