Senior Research Associate

1 week ago

Frederick, United States Actalent Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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