Research Associate - Antibody and Assay

OriGene Technologies • Rockville, MD

17h • Hybrid

About The Position

OriGene Technologies Inc. is a thriving, reputable, and women-led life science company located in Rockville, MD, guided by a team with a combined 25+ years of experience in the industry. We have grown to have a national and global presence since our foundation in 1996. Although OriGene was created with the end goal of being “Your Gene Company,” we have added to our original initiatives to become the premier source for genomic and proteomic tools to accelerate scientific breakthroughs and novel diagnostics. We exist to serve customers by providing efficient, innovative, and comprehensive solutions for life science researchers. Our customers come to us because we provide high-quality products that contribute to their scientific advancements, and we are proud to be a part of such incredible achievements. Working with OriGene presents an opportunity to further your career aspirations, whether getting a professional certification or gaining tactical experience. Our leaders are committed to the professional growth of our employees because we know that this is the only way the company can continue to grow. We believe that nothing is more important than a diverse and engaged workforce, and we make every effort to display that through our recruitment practices.

Requirements

• BS in Biology, Biochemistry or a related field of life science and preferably 1 year of work experience (industry experience in protein purification and structural analysis preferred).
• Knowledgeable in the basics of proteomics, immunology, cell biology.
• Experience with protein expression and purification from bacteria, insect, or mammalian cell lines.
• Experience with aseptic tissue culture is a plus.
• Experience with liquid chromatographic systems and various matrices (e.g. affinity, SEC, IEX, HIC).
• Hands-on experience with multiple cell/molecular biology techniques such as PCR, DNA/RNA isolation, sequence analysis, cell maintenance, western blotting, flow cytometry, protein or antibody functional assays, cell-based protein activity assays, etc.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data independently and provide scientific approaches.
• Highly organized and collaborative individual with an ability to work in a fast-paced work environment and handle multiple concurrent projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and some data analysis software.
• Communicates effectively with team members on all matters.
• Shares information and resources within groups to meet business needs of others.
• Deals with conflict calmly, seeking resolution by active listening.
• Admits mistakes and takes responsibility for actions.
• Ability to identify reason of the problems and issues.
• Ability to follow procedures and instructions with supervision.
• Ability to react to data and technical issues by offering own observations and ideas.
• Displays a positive, “yes,” can-do attitude.

Nice To Haves

• industry experience in protein purification and structural analysis preferred

Responsibilities

• Keeps laboratory records up to date in a timely manner and has accurate and complete data.
• Manage product inventory and orders daily.
• Participate in small projects with supervision.
• Maintain sterile culture of mammalian cells
• Perform various experiments such as cell growth, transfection and protein purification
• Analyze various biochemical assays such as SDS-PAGE electrophoresis, BCA,ELISA, western blot
• Basic molecular biology techniques such as transformation, cloning, PCR etc.
• Provide summary of results as needed with presentation in group meetings.
• Perform tissue culture, cell line maintenance, western blotting, protein functional/enzymatic assays, flow tests related to the product or project.
• Assist in development and optimization of SOPs, validation protocols; provide technical assistance to other team members.
• Coordinate with sales, marketing, and tech support teams to deliver orders and promote products in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with protein, histology and molecular biology R&D teams as required to advance the OriGene product portfolio.
• Maintain strong understanding of state-of-the-art science and technology of development in the biomedical industry.
• Prepare technical reports and data presentations as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance on scientific equipment.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• medical (prescription drug coverage and access to a comprehensive HealthJoy service)
• dental
• vision benefits
• HSA/FSA (including dependent care) programs
• Life/ADD
• Short and Long-term Disability
• Employee Assistance Programs
• 401k matches employee contributions up to 6%
• 15 personal days every year
• 11 holidays
• two floating holidays
• hybrid capabilities (for qualifying roles)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level