Research Associate

Research Associate


Job ID: 9560430

Cambridge, MA, US

Scientific

Bachelors Degree

Full Time, Direct Hire

Entry Level

On-site

Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals

First Shift (Day)

Cambridge, MA, US

Entry Level

Full Time, Direct Hire

Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals

On-site

Scientific

Bachelors Degree

First Shift (Day)

Job details

Kelly Science and Clinical is currently recruiting for a Research Associate, Molecular Bioanalytics based in Cambridge, MA.
 

Position Summary

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and creative bioanalytical Research Associate to join the DMPK, Nonclinical Safety and Translational Sciences (DSTS) team. In this role, you would report to the Sr. Scientist of Molecular Bioanalytics and be responsible for supporting ADME, biodistribution, PK/PD and bioanalytical activities. This individual will be responsible for executing stage-appropriate molecular bioanalytical assays in support of DMPK, tox, biodistribution and PK/PD studies. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills in PCR-based methods (ddPCR and/or TaqMan PCR), a broad understanding of drug discovery and development, and ability to work collaboratively with key partners in a matrix team structure.

Key Responsibilities:

As the Research Associate, you will be responsible for:

  • With minimal supervision, executing on routine workflows for bioanalytical method development and sample analysis using techniques such as molecular bioanalytical assays (qPCR, ddPCR) in support of non-clinical quantitative bioanalysis.

  • Independently execute and contribute to the development of PCR-based methods, sample analysis, data generation and report writing.

  • Develop nucleic acid extraction (DNA/RNA) and quantification from a broad-spectrum animal tissues.

  • Execute bioanalytical assay development strategies to characterize ADME, PK and biodistribution properties of the drug product and address key scientific questions.

  • Ensure that the data obtained is of the highest quality, timely generated

  • Write bioanalytical assay protocols, ROPs/SOPs.

  • Model behaviors of a strong technical contributor and team player.

  • Work cross-functionally within the organization.

  • Ensure compliance with electronic notebooks (ELN), high data integrity and company policies.

The ideal candidate will possess:

  • Bachelor’s/Master’s degrees with 0-3 years relevant industry experience.

  • Experience in conducting quantitative bioanalysis using molecular bioanalytical techniques such as qPCR, ddPCR to support discovery and development projects.

  • Independently design, execute and analyze experimental results and effectively communicate them.

  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in establishing molecular bioanalytical methods, for a variety of therapeutic modalities, ideally in preclinical development.

  • Excellent communication skills and proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, along with exceptional scientific thinking and problem-solving skills.

  • Experience with gene editing or gene delivery technologies and lipid nanoparticle delivery is highly desired.

For immediate consideration, please apply.
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