Research Associate II, Ex-Vivo

Job Details

Level: ExperiencedJob Location: Rockville MD - Rockville, MD 20850Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Bachelors DegreeSalary Range: $62,000.00 - $70,000.00Travel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: Biotech

POSITION TITLE:

Research Associate II, Ex Vivo

CLASSIFICATION (EXEMPT/NONEXEMPT):

Exempt

REPORTING LOCATION: 

Rockville, MD

REPORTS TO (TITLE):

Supervisory Team Lead/Scientific Director, Ex Vivo

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:

Perform biobanking and cross-functional laboratory assays with a focus on in vitro/In vivo studies. Assist in the development of new models and maintenance of inventory across multiple cell types.

 

DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND PRODUCTIVITY EXPECTATIONS:

• Contribute to 3D cell culture expansion and establishment and inventory maintenance.
• Participate  in internal R&D projects to grow and enable deeper understanding in the field.
• Mentor and guide entry level research associates in assay training and technical development.
• Contribute to the development of SOPs and assay workflows for pre-clinical assays.
• Contribute to data processing and preparation for client presentation.
• Perform basic and advanced cell culture to characterize growth and survival under treatment by client test agents using 2-D and 3-D cell-based assays.
• Efficiently plan and execute cell line scheduling for vivo studies.
• Maintenance of laboratory and supply inventory and monthly tasks.
• Contributes to the culture and demeanor of the ex vivo group by encouraging group cohesion and teamwork.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Expertise in 2D, 3D cell culture and cell-based assays.
• Experience handling primary cells, tumor tissue, and various blood products including serum/plasma, whole blood, and PBMCs.
• Experience with flow cytometry is preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and productively in a team-oriented environment while maintaining a strong sense of integrity and confidentiality.
• Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise sound and accurate judgment in making timely decisions.
• Strong planning, organizational, computer, written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated accountability, initiative, and responsibility for own work.
• Ability to observe safety and security procedures.
• Ability to assist with other tasks/duties as needed in a small company environment.

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• BS degree +2 years of relevant experience or MS +1  years of relevant laboratory experience required. Preferred field of study in biology, or related sciences.
• Experience working in or adjacent to an animal facility is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to sit and use hands to finger, handle and feel.
• Must be able to lift and move packages weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time using a computer in a typical office environment in a multi-level facility
• Some activities require repetitive motion and reaching, pulling or pushing.
• In carrying out the duties of the job there will be frequent exposure to fumes and chemical hazards.
• Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.

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