Clinical Research Associate
Company: Green Key Resources
- Location: Rockville, United States
- Seniority: Mid level
- Employment type: Contract
- Posted: Yesterday
- Offer language: English
Job description
Client Job Description
Job Summary:
On site 5 days a week
The Research Associate is part of a team that works on cell loading technologies with applications that include gene and cell therapy and protein production. This individual executes a variety of laboratory procedures to ensure timely completion of the company's scientific objectives and customer requirements. Works under general supervision.
Job Responsibilities:
- Performs general molecular techniques such as plasmid purification, gel-electrophoresis, DNA/RNA isolation, ELISAs, basic cell transfection experiments, In Vitro Transcription. Experience with flow cytometry and western blot is a plus.
- Basic Mammalian cell culture knowledge required with primary immune cell experience preferred.
- Prepares research summaries, provides input to interpretation of experimental results, and troubleshoots general technical problems.
- Maintains cell lines for experiments and cryopreserves cells.
- Works with scientific managers to ensure all internally generated data is correctly recorded and archived in ELN.
- Prepares and sends laboratory reagents and supplies for instrument demonstrations to support domestic and international field application scientists.
- Works cooperatively and effectively with others both within and between departments.
- Attends and presents results at department meetings and may present at company meetings.
- Keeps track of and maintains inventory of essential lab supplies and assists lab manager with ordering as needed.
- Assists in maintaining and operating lab equipment according to established protocols. Monitors equipment for appropriate operation within set parameters and refers abnormal results to lab management.
- Complies with all applicable policies regarding health, safety and environmental policies.
- Ability to work independently.
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications:
- BS in biological sciences and at least 2 years of laboratory experience; or equivalent.
- Hands on experience in basic molecular biology and biochemical techniques including PCR, immunoassays, cell-based assays and mammalian cell culture.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel.
- Works well both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to write clear and concise research reports and formally present own work to small groups.
- Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities effectively.
