What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Associate position at Opusing LLC - Staffing Agency?
Title: Research Associate
Duration: 12 Months
Location: Johnston IA
Position Overview:
Description:
This role is critical to preparing high-quality culture media for biotechnology research and production. The ideal candidate will be scientifically skilled, physically capable, and able to multitask in a fast-paced lab environment.
Responsibilities:
- Media Preparation & Support
- Prepare plant tissue culture media using established protocols
- Adjust formulations and troubleshoot with scientists
- Track and prioritize media requests using lab systems Lab Operations & Maintenance
- Clean and maintain lab equipment regularly
- Manage chemical inventory
- Communicate with internal teams on media quality and delivery timelines Safety & Compliance
- Follow all safety, ergonomic, and aseptic procedures
- Ensure compliance with chemical handling and biological hazard protocols Physical & Multitasking Requirements
- Stand for extended periods during lab work
- Lift and move materials weighing 20–45 lbs.
- Perform repetitive hand and arm movements with ergonomic awareness
- Handle multiple tasks efficiently in a high-throughput lab environment
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, agronomy, chemistry, or related field
- Strong foundation in chemistry, math, and biology
- Experience with aseptic techniques and standard lab practices
- Ability to multitask and work independently
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Fluent in English (spoken, written, reading)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in media preparation or plant tissue culture
- Familiarity with regulated lab environments and safety protocols
- Prior experience in production or research lab settings
Salary : $24 - $25