Senior Research Associate
Actalent
Job Title: Senior Research Associate
Job Description
Performs routine immunological, molecular and cellular assay-based services for government and commercial clients. Reliably executes tasks such as cell culture, bioassays involving virus transduction, serial dilution matrix for controls and serum samples, and readouts on a multi-mode spectrophotometer (BioTek or Molecular Devices) using Gen5 or similar software. Analyzes data in Prism and Excel. May also perform critical reagent production, human primary cell isolations, cultivation, ELISA, ELISpot assays, and other related cell-based assays. Duties include recording and reporting results, preparation of samples and solutions, and maintenance of equipment. Responsible for inventorying, processing, and cryopreserving biological samples on assigned projects.
Hard Skills
Substantial cell culture experience
Experience with primary cells
GLP or GMP environment experience
Conducting immunological assays (NAb assay, ELISA, ELISpot, MSD)
Operating spectrophotometers and MSD plate readers
Performing QC analyses (luciferase-based assays)
Data analysis in Prism and Excel
Soft Skills
Independently planning and conducting bioassays
Troubleshooting assays
Training new and existing laboratory staff
Drafting and editing SOPs
Organizing data for submission
Maintaining lab equipment and inventory
Job Type
This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 6 Month(s).
Work Site
This is a fully on-site position in Frederick, Maryland.
Work Environment
This is a laboratory and office setting.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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