Piper Clinical Solutions is seeking a Research Associate II to support a well-known research organization specializing in infectious disease research in the Rockville, MD area. The Research Associate II will be responsible for performing multi-color flow cytometry and troubleshooting immunoassays.

Responsibilities of the Research Associate II include:

* Design, generate, and characterize recombinant proteins

* Perform mammalian cell culture, transient transfections, protein expressions, protein purifications, and micro pipetting in a BSL2 & BSL3 laboratory setting

* Perform multi-color flow cytometry (up to 12 colors) and be responsible for flow cytometry panel design and troubleshooting

* Collect, analyze, and summarize data using statistical software programs

* Perform laboratory maintenance such as maintaining and calibrating equipment and ordering laboratory supplies

* Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks

* Create and revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Qualifications of the Research Associate II include:

* 4 years of flow cytometry experience (12 colors is a plus)

* Experience with flow cytometry mammalian cell culture, ELISA assays, formulations and micro pipetting

* Bachelor of Science in biological sciences and/or related field such as biology, chemistry, molecular biology, biotechnology, biochemistry, etc.

Compensation for the Research Associate includes:

* Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 *depending on relevant experience*

* Benefits: Cigna Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401k Contributions

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