Research Associate

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Perform development procedures for novel immunoassays.
• Demonstrate proficiency in performing serological assays such as ELISAs and Luminex assays in blood, serum, and plasma samples.
• Review and summarize data for reporting to the supervisor and/or team.
• Independently completes a variety of tasks to ensure smooth overall function of laboratory, including routine equipment maintenance, maintain accurate inventFories, proper documentation of laboratory records and supply ordering.
• Comply with SOPs, laboratory guidelines and support development of new procedures.
• Inform management of any problems that may affect integrity of the data and participate in the resolution.
• Participate in troubleshooting of instrumentation and test methods or procedures.
• Communicate effectively and promote a cohesive working environment.
• Ability to multitask and support development of projects in a timely manner.
• Comply with applicable safety procedures including those for working with infectious microorganisms.

Qualifications

Candidate must possess a Bachelors' degree in Biological Sciences/related degree and have at least 5 years of laboratory experience in:

• Expertise in ligand binding technology platforms, such as ELISA, MSD and Luminex is required.
• Aseptic cell culture techniques.
• Knowledge in basic protein characterization such as SDS PAGE gel and western blots.
• Must have excellent computing skills and proficiency in using Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Must have expertise in using SoftMax PRO and GraphPad PRISM software.
• Willingness to work with biological specimens.
• Strong background in developing, troubleshooting, and performing bioanalytical assays in plate-based and cell-based assay formats.
• Expertise in performing basic laboratory techniques (pipetting, centrifugation, serial dilutions, etc.)
• Maintain good documentation practices when performing experiments and provide high quality experimental data
• Work independently and as a team to complete projects in a timely manner
• Must be willing to learn new methodologies, be flexible with changing priorities and adapt to new procedures
• Must be organized, attentive to detail and possess a positive, friendly, and professional demeanor

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