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Research Associate II

Careers Integrated Resources Inc Lexington, MA (Onsite) Contractor
Job Title: Research Associate II
Location: Lexington, MA, 02421
Duration: 12+ months (Possibilities of Extension)
 
Shift: Onsite 5 days/week
 
Pay Rate: $28.37 - $43/hr. on W2
 
TOP MUST SKILLS:
1. Laboratory experience/ science background
2. RNA isolation and qPCR
3. Protein isolation and western blots
 
Job Description Summary :
To provide technical laboratory research effort in support of multiple projects focused on expedited evaluation and the clinical translation of therapies.
 
Essential Functions:
• Execution of siRNA tool compound screenings and structure activity relationship studies
• Cellular and molecular biology methodologies, e.g., mammalian cell culture; cell-based assays; RNA extraction and RT-qPCR; protein extraction and western blots, ELISAs and MSD assays; histological based assays including standard stains, immuno-histochemistry and in situ hybridization
• In vivo drug candidate testing (e.g., mouse dosing (SC and IV); necropsy; sample analysis)
• Analyze data and present the results in group meetings
• Maintain clear experimental records in laboratory notebooks; write SOPs and other technical reports as needed
• Work closely with research team members to quickly and effectively address critical questions related to the efficacy of our drugs
 
Qualifications:
• Associates degree with 1-3 years of minimum relevant technical experience (LEVEL I), BS/BA with 3-4 years of relevant drug discovery laboratory experience in pharma industry (LEVEL II)
• Previous experience in cellular and molecular biology is essential (e.g., quantitative real-time PCR, western blots) is required
• Proficiency in animal handling, dosing, and necropsy is desired
• Experience with flow cytometry or cell sorting is advantageous
• Candidate must have strong oral and written communication skills, strong work ethics and demonstrated to be an effective contributor to group projects in a team-oriented environment
• The ability to perform and interpret experiments reliably, and to advance projects aggressively towards defined goals is expected.
 
Remarks:
  • Associates degree with 1-3 years of minimum relevant technical experience (LEVEL I), BS/BA with 3-4 years of relevant drug discovery laboratory experience in the pharma industry (LEVEL II)
  • Laboratory experience/ science background
  • RNA isolation and qPCR, rt-qpcr.
  • Protein isolation and western blots, elisa.
  • Pipette multi-channel
  • Proficiency in animal handling, dosing, and necropsy. or In vivo
  • Experience with flow cytometry or cell sorting is advantageous
  • Industry experience is must.
  • Maintain clear experimental records in laboratory notebooks, ELN ; write SOPs and other technical reports as needed.
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Job Snapshot

Employee Type

Contractor

Location

Lexington, MA (Onsite)

Job Type

Research

Experience

Not Specified

Date Posted

06/25/2025

Job ID

25-49884

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