Research Associate, Diagnostic Assay Development
About The Position
Hologic is seeking a Research Associate to support development of a nucleic acid amplification test on an automated platform. The role focuses on designing and performing experiments, analyzing and documenting results, and communicating findings while collaborating effectively with colleagues. This is a fully onsite position in San Diego, California. The successful candidate will plan and carry out minimally complex experiments with supervisor input, understand experiment goals and contribute to experimental design, and perform basic benchtop molecular biology laboratory tasks. They will analyze and document experimental work, summarize and communicate results, and present data in group meetings. This hourly role has an annualized base salary range of $48,500–$72,800 and is eligible for a bonus. Hologic provides comprehensive onboarding training and continued development and training throughout an employee’s career.
Requirements
- B.A./B.S. in Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field.
- 0–2 years of relevant laboratory experience.
- Demonstrate reliability, accountability, and commitment to team objectives.
- Manage time and priorities effectively, focus on high-priority tasks, recover constructively from mistakes, and complete projects on time.
- Collaborate in a team environment, use a team approach to solve problems, seek contributions from team members, and share credit.
- Adapt to ambiguity, shifting priorities, and rapid change; demonstrate resilience and composure; learn from mistakes and setbacks; and continually develop skills to meet organizational goals.
- Experience with data analysis and interpretation using Excel or other technical software.
Nice To Haves
- A master’s degree in a relevant field; candidates with one are encouraged to apply.
- Familiarity with basic molecular biology techniques such as PCR, nucleic acid extraction, pipetting, solution preparation, and laboratory documentation.
Responsibilities
- Plan, execute, and analyze minimally complex experiments with input from a supervisor.
- Understand experiment goals and provide input to experimental design.
- Perform basic benchtop molecular biology laboratory tasks in support of experiments.
- Analyze data from individual experiments with input from a supervisor.
- Document work in a laboratory notebook or report.
- Summarize and communicate experimental results.
- Communicate effectively with peers and supervisor.
- Present data in group meetings.
Benefits
- Comprehensive training upon joining and continued development and training throughout the employee’s career.
- Bonus eligible.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
