Senior Research Associate

Senior Research Associate- Portland, OR (onsite)

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development

We are currently seeking an Senior Research Associate to join our diverse and dynamic team.

What you will be doing

• Accurately follow detailed instructions for the production of biological reagents and kits as outlined in controlled documentation and manufacturing policies, procedures, and work instructions

• Utilize existing production protocols to generate products within specifications

• Provide peer review on Production related document revisions.  Initiate such revisions as appropriate

• Create and accurately maintain production-related documents and records for production and quality assurance

• Monitor supplies of raw materials related to production activities, and report inventory needs to Production management, as appropriate

• Perform material qualification and in-process laboratory tests as assigned

• Assist research and development in the testing of new products as assigned

• The SRA is responsible for adhering to Production protocols as well as all QMS related procedures. 

• Formulate, culture, evaluate, aliquot, label, package, and test specialty reagents for clinical lab use

• Maintain supply and reagent inventory for the Production Department

• Develop knowledge and experience with all clinical reagents and assays

• Assist in document writing and tech transfer of new clinical test

• Laboratory cleaning

• Interactions with Enterprise systems as appropriate, including physical inventory support

• Provide review of controlled documentation and Production records

Your profile

• Proficient in use of standard lab equipment and Microsoft Office

• PCR, NanoDrop, ddPCR, cell culture experience all highly beneficial/required

• Minimum 3 years hands on/lab bench experience along with a bachelor’s degree  

• Demonstrated ability to closely follow written instructions and communicate clearly with others

• Ability to take direction, and carry out instructions with little oversight; complete tasks accurately, reproducibly, and on time; and accurately document activity 

• Exceptional organization skills, attention to detail, and analytical ability

• Effective communicator (orally, written, and formal presentations)

• Ability to work well with others

• Efficient, task driven work ethic, with an eye for process improvement

• Ability to accept responsibility with accountability and integrity 

• Experience with GMP, ISO, IVD/IDE requirements a plus 

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What ICON can offer you:

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our benefits examples include:

• Various annual leave entitlements

• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.

• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.

• Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.

• Life assurance

• Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.