Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Research Associate II for a contract assignment with one of our premier Pharmaceutical services clients in South San Francisco, CA.

Responsibilities :

• We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate to support the centralized cell banking and distribution team for Research and Early Development at the firm.
• The focus will be to use a variety of culturing techniques to expand, bank, Quality Control, characterize and distribute advanced cellular models within Research.
• The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in culturing a variety of cell lines and advanced cellular models, molecular, biochemical techniques and some automation experience.
• The candidate will be expected to frequently interact and communicate with other groups as part of a diverse and multidisciplinary team.

Required Skills:

• BS/MS or PhD in life sciences.
• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture 4 years or more.
• 2 years or more of hands-on experience with optimizing, scaling up of cell lines, organoids and iPSCs.
• 2 year automation experience.
• In depth knowledge of cell lines and advance model QCs - karyotyping, tri-lineage differentiation, pluripotency testing, mycoplasma, authentication.
• Adept with FACs, IF staining, RT-PCR, biochemical assays, DNA & RNA extraction.
• Familiar with LIMS and proficient with database maintenance.
• Clear oral communication and interpersonal skills are required.

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

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