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Randstad USA · 2 days ago

Research Associate, Mol Bio & Cell-based Assay, Analytical Development

South San Francisco, CA

Contract

Onsite

Entry Level

$20/hr - $25.42/hr

1+ years exp

Randstad USA is seeking a Research Associate to join their Analytical Development team in South San Francisco. The contractor will be responsible for developing and executing analytical assays, performing routine testing, and maintaining accurate records of analytical activities in a collaborative laboratory environment.

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Responsibilities

Develop, optimize and execute analytical assays for proteins, DNA, adeno associated viral (AAV) nanoparticles and related cell-based assay

Perform routine testing using established SOPs and applicable regulatory guidelines, including but not limited to ddPCR/qPCR, ELISA, and mammalian cell-based assays

Support assay transfer to internal partners (QC, testing, and research teams), including documentation, troubleshooting, and method comparability

Analyze experimental data, assess data quality, and determine applicability to project goals; draw conclusions and make data-driven recommendations

Author, review, and revise experimental procedures, protocols, and technical reports

Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant records of all analytical development activities in laboratory notebooks and data systems

Contribute to a collaborative laboratory environment by sharing technical insights, supporting cross-functional projects, and continuously improving workflows

Qualification

PCRELISAMammalian cell cultureMolecular biology techniquesAnalytical method developmentAnalytical thinkingStatistical analysisCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

B.S. in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline, with 1+ years of industry experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology settings

Demonstrated proficiency with mammalian cell-based assays and PCR-based assays (qPCR, ddPCR)

Hands-on experience performing quantitative assays (e.g. ELISA), for the characterization of proteins, nucleic acids, viruses or other biological products

Strong hands-on experience with sterile technique and mammalian cell culture, including cell maintenance, expansion, characterization, and banking

Working knowledge of core molecular biology techniques (DNA/RNA/protein isolation, cDNA synthesis, RT-PCR, qPCR, digital PCR)

Ability to independently plan, execute, and document experiments, while thriving in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment

Strong analytical thinking with attention to detail and a commitment to generating high-quality, reproducible data

Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot assays and propose experimental improvements. Comfort with interpreting unexpected results and recommending next steps

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present technical data to both technical and non-technical audiences

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard data analysis and documentation tools

Preferred

Experience working with Adeno-Associated Virus (AAV)

Experience in analytical method development and assay transfer

Experience in basic statistical analysis

Benefits

Medical

Prescription

Dental

Vision

AD&D

Life insurance offerings

Short-term disability

401K plan

Company

Randstad USA

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Randstad US is a wholly owned subsidiary of Randstad Holding nv, a global provider of human resources solutions.

Founded in 1998

Atlanta, Georgia, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://randstadusa.com

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