Research Associate I/II, ASSAY DEVELOPMENT
REPORTS TO: Senior Manager, Assay Development
STATUS: Full Time
POSITION SUMMARY
At EXOKĒRYX, we are committed to creating cutting-edge platforms and tests that leverage extracellular vesicles, the body’s concentrated, information-dense cellular communication system. Toward this end, we are growing the Assay Development team. This Research Associate position is a key hands-on role, requiring an individual capable of executing, interpreting, and discussing the results of experiments. This individual is an organized, analytical, and hard-working team player . She/he tackles novel assays and information methodically to make measurable progress and enjoys gaining a deep understanding of the system(s) being studied/developed. This individual has excellent communication skills, a goal-oriented mentality, and a strong sense of ownership and drive to meet project goals and timelines.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Execute biochemistry and molecular biology-based assays
- Perform and analyze assay development experiments, making use of immunochemistry, fluorescence-based detection systems, statistical analysis, and other methods/tools
- Carry out mammalian cell culture
- Troubleshoot workflows and experiments proactively and communicate results effectively to team
- Partner with other team members in support of project objectives
- Author work instructions and other QMS-compliant documentation
- Generate slides to effectively communicate experimentation and findings
- Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
Minimum Qualifications
- Research Associate I: Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or a closely-related field
- Research Associate II: Master’s degree in Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or a closely-related field, with a minimum of 1 year of industry experience, or Bachelor’s degree in these disciplines with a minimum of 2 years of industry experience
- Lab experience in pipetting, running assays/test methods, and analyzing results
- Strong verbal and written skills
- Strong ownership of technical success
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in statistical analysis
- Experience with cell culture
- Experience with immunoassays (ELISAs, Western blots, microtiter plates, etc)