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 DNA/RNA extractions and developing novel 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 laboratory setting
Perform ELISA assays and other cell-based assays
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:
2 years of experience working in a GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice), GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) or BSL-2 environment
Experience with 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: $55,000 - 68,000*depending on relevant experience*
Benefits: Cigna Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401k Contributions