Senior Research Associate - Assay Transfer

Our Client, a Biotech company, is looking for a Senior Research Associate - Assay Transfer for their Tucson, AZ location.

Responsibilities:

• Laboratory Execution & Protocol Design:
• Lead the design, execution, and troubleshooting of complex laboratory protocols, bench experiments, process characterization, and scale-up activities with minimal supervision.
• Execute bench experiments, record meticulous observations, and conduct quantitative data analysis.
• Process transfer & quality standards:
• Prepare manufacturing documentation and complete transfer activities for new products.
• Champion "Quality First Time" standards while identifying and implementing process capability improvements in the laboratory environment.
• Problem solving & subject matter expertise:
• Serve as a technical resource to troubleshoot complex technical problems, institute corrective actions, and resolve intangible variables.
• Optimize workflows and identify potential patent or publication opportunities.
• Documentation & technical reporting:
• Generate comprehensive technical reports, summaries, and experimental procedures.
• Present findings and scientific data clearly to project teams, group meetings, and organizational stakeholders.
• Collaboration & leadership:
• Partner actively across organizational boundaries and lead or participate in cross-functional technical teams (e.g., core teams, failure investigations).
• Contribute to project planning, provide creative solutions, and mentor or train team members in areas of expertise.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Science with 6+ years of post-college relevant experience, OR
• Master's degree with 1+ year of relevant experience.
• Technical expertise:
• Hands-on experience with wet lab and biological techniques, specifically IHC (Immunohistochemistry) and ISH (In Situ Hybridization).
• Direct experience in a regulated environment, product development, and/or manufacturing operations.
• Proficiency in standard laboratory techniques, scientific literature retrieval, and software tools (word processing, spreadsheets, graphical/presentation applications).
• Methodologies: Ability to apply Design for Six Sigma and Design for Quality and Manufacturability (DQM) principles to optimize processes and solve potential inventions or production issues.
• Candidate Guidelines: Candidates must meet the minimum post-college experience requirements (6+ years for Bachelor's). Please do not submit Ph.D. candidates (considered overqualified).

Why Should You Apply?

• Health Benefits
• Referral Program
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities