Research Assistant, Site Based, South San Francisco, CA
About The Position
At Evotec, we believe that curiosity is the spark that drives innovation and success. As a forward-thinking team, we thrive on challenging the status quo, learning from each other, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We're on a mission to create a place where curiosity isn't just encouraged—it’s celebrated. We’re looking for a passionate and curious Research Assistant to join our team. If you’re excited by new challenges, solving complex problems, and learning every step of the way, you might just be the perfect fit. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to drive impactful projects, collaborate with bright minds, and explore uncharted territories. As a Research Assistant at Evotec, you'll have the freedom to ask the hard questions, think outside the box, and find creative solutions that push us forward. It’s a role where your curiosity will fuel both your personal growth and the success of the team.
Requirements
- BS (or equivalent) in life sciences or related field
- 2+ years supporting scientific workflows/data curation/compliance
- Strong attention to detail and excellent communication
- Excel and basic PowerPoint proficiency
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Benchling/LIMS/ELN
- Familiarity with lab workflows and compliance standards
- User training and documentation experience
- Basic understanding of validation and release processes
Responsibilities
- Support Benchling and related laboratory information systems by providing user assistance, compliance monitoring, data curation, documentation, training, testing, and cross-system coordination.
- Ensure high data quality and regulatory compliance for legacy and active research records.
- Help users with access and workflow issues and drive adoption through documentation and training.
- Partner closely with Cell Core, QB, technicians, and IT/engineering to triage issues, validate fixes, and maintain synchronized records across Benchling, Dotmatics, and Limfinity.
- Manage user access/reactivation, respond to inquiries, maintain FAQ repository, and capture enhancement requests.
- Track empty containers, unregistered entities, unassigned samples, and location validation errors; support volume compliance reporting.
- Produce release notes, deliver re-training and onboarding, and promote best practices.
- Create and maintain user manuals and step-by-step guides; ensure version control and accessibility.
- Test new features/releases, document test plans/results, report defects, and validate fixes.
- Triage and correct legacy records, consult with scientists, update Dotmatics and other systems, and document decisions for traceability.
- Assist with cell line registrations/expansions and manage approval workflows.
- Report missing documentation, maintain master tracking file, and drive corrective actions.
- Extensive Microsoft Excel use; PowerPoint for stakeholder communications.
- Coordinate with Cell Core, QB, technicians, and stakeholders through meetings and status tracking.
Benefits
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Company paid basic life insurance
- 401k company match
- Flexible work
- Generous paid time off and paid holiday
- Wellness and transportation benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
