Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent; no experience required.

Job Description

Performs varying standardized laboratory assignments and experiments.

Job Duties:

• Under direct supervision, the Research Associate performs standard research assignments involving cellular signaling assays and the testing of novel compounds using in vitro pharmacology methods. 
• Sets up and conducts standard research experiments following detailed technical instructions. 
• Prepares cells, biological assays and conducts basic quantitative and qualitative analyses. 
• Maintains organized records of all tests performed and all data collected. 
• Assists in the compilation and tabulation of data and provides preliminary analyses of results. 
• Calibrates, operates and makes minor modifications to a variety of laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines. 
• Adheres to internal controls established for the laboratory and pharmacological assays.
• Works closely with a senior scientist and the laboratory director to perform all experiments.
• Performs related duties on additional projects as required. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Biological Sciences or Chemistry or an equivalent STEM field is required. Prior experience of 1 years in a research laboratory is preferred; however, the candidate will be trained and no prior experience is required.

Required Skills:

• Biological analysis of cellular signaling and the pharmacological responses to test compounds in cellular assays
• Quantitative analysis of drug receptor interactions 
• Analysis and tabulation of experimental data 
• Familiarity with standard laboratory equipment and micropipetting. 

Preferred Skills:

• A background in Chemistry or Biochemistry is preferred for this position
• The ability to effectively work together as part of a research team is highly desired
• Basic computer skills including the use of Graphpad Prism, MS Excel and familiarity with basic computational analyses is preferred

Salary Range:
$39,120-$45,000; Commensurate with Experience

Schedule: 40 hours per week