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Pre-Clinical Research and Development Associate I (tissue samples, molecular assays, cell culture)- Cambridge, MA Cambridge , MA
ID: 25433

Orbis Clinical is seeking a Research and Development Associate I located in Cambridge, MA for 12 months.

Job Title: Research and Development Associate I

Location: Cambridge, MA

Contract: 12 months

Direct responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

  • Supporting tissue enhanced delivery platform development and portfolio programs 
  • Processing animal tissues for protein analysis and nucleic acid extraction 
  • Performing MSD and PCR-based methods for bioanalytical analyses
  • Performing cell-based function assays to characterize biotherapeutics 
  • Establishing SOPs and adapt new protocols from literature
  • Maintaining electronic laboratory notebook 

Qualifications: 

  • 1+ years of experience in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry/post-bachelor’s research  
  • Hands-on experience with molecular biology techniques (qPCR/ddPCR, Western blot, ELISA, etc.) 
  • Ability to independently execute experiments and analyze data
  • Strong communication and organizational skills 
  • Ability to productively collaborate in cross-functional and matrixed teams

Preferred:

  • Previous experience with animal tissue processing 
  • Previous experience with ELISA or MSD assays
  • Previous experience with mammalian cell culture and cell-based assays 

Education:

  • BS biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, or similar 

Compensation Details:

  • Orbis Clinical is an equal opportunity employer that provides a reasonable range of compensation for our positions. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience and specific office location.
  • The Pay Range for this position is $41.53 per hour, can vary depending on employment status.
  • Orbis Clinical offers eligible employees health benefits (medical, dental, and vision), employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, and a partial employer match on a 401(k). 

 

EEO and Reasonable Accommodation Statement:

Epic Staffing Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us.

 By applying for this position, you agree that any calls from Orbis Clinical and its subsidiaries may be monitored or recorded for training and quality assurance purposes.


The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental disability of an otherwise qualified employee or applicant. Should you need any such accommodation, please contact the Company for further information. The Company is dedicated to ensuring that all decisions regarding personnel are in accordance with all applicable laws. I certify that all statements made in this application are true to the best of my knowledge. I understand that all falsification or misleading information given in my application may result in the termination of my employment with Orbis Clinical and its subsidiaries. Furthermore, I understand that my professional conduct and clinical performance is directly related to my ability to be placed on assignments for Orbis Clinical and that I will adhere to all regulations and guidelines of Orbis Clinical. I authorization Orbis Clinical to verify the information I have provided, to contact references, and to conduct criminal, education and personal background checks concerning my qualifications, and past employment record. I understand that nothing contained in this application is intended to create an employment contract, either verbal or written, with Orbis Clinical or its clients. Furthermore, I understand that my employment, it is “at will” and Orbis Clinical or I may terminate my employment at any time with or without notice and with or without case. I acknowledge that I will be legally obligated by the terms of this document by typing my name, which will constitute my signature, or manually signing, in the provided space and electronically transmitting this document to Orbis Clinical. I agree that Orbis Clinical and I may use electronic means to conduct this transaction and that this document shall be governed and construed by the laws of the State of Massachusetts.