Job Details
Posted 1 May, 2026
Job Id: 627675
Research Associate II
Job Description
Duties:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Associate II (Contractor) to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience conducting multi-colored flow cytometry assays and other cell-based assays (Ella, MSD, xCelligence, Incucyte) This role requires a dedicated individual who can independently execute experiments, troubleshoot, and maintain meticulous documentation within a fast-paced analytical development team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Flow Cytometry: Conduct multicolor flow cytometry experiments, including sample preparation, staining, acquisition, and analysis using instruments like BD FACS Lyric, Miltenyi MACQuant, and Cytek Aurora
- Documentation: Meticulously document experimental protocols, results, and instrument maintenance in an Electronic Laboratory Notebook (ELN) in compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
- Data Analysis: Independently analyze flow data using software such as FlowJo or FCS Express and present findings to the team.
- Lab Maintenance: Maintain laboratory equipment, ensure proper inventory management of reagents, and support safe lab operations.
***HARD REQUIREMENTS***
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Biotechnology, or related field with 2+ years of relevant industry experience (biotech/pharma).
- Hands-on experience with flow cytometry protocol staining, acquisition, and analysis
- Experience with FlowJo data analysis software.
- Must be able to work comfortably in a BSL-2 environment.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Skills:
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with 6+ Color Flow assays
- Hand-on spectral flow cytometry experience
- Experience with automated cell counters.
- Familiarity with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability:
- Basic Knowledge of human immunology
- Highly proficient in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and data analysis software packages (Prism, Flow Jo, Spotfire, Geneious, etc)
- Effectively communicate and discuss results with other scientists on the team
- Ability to work in a matrixed environment
- General comfort in learning to work with new software and automated lab equipment
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Biotechnology, or related field with 2+ years of relevant industry experience (biotech/pharma).
Pay Rate Range: $40-57/hr depending on experience
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