Research Associate I/II

Organogenesis, Inc.•La Jolla, CA

35d•$63,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Organogenesis is a leading regenerative medicine company in the advanced and acute wound care space and are always looking for exceptional talent. Join a company where you will have an opportunity to grow professionally and personally and give strength to others by Empowering Healing. Our advanced wound care products are specially developed for the successful treatment of chronic and acute wounds. Our comprehensive portfolio of skin substitutes and other regenerative medicine products empower our patients with life-changing solutions. The La Jolla, California office invests significantly in research and development efforts company wide. Our mission is to advance healing and recovery beyond expectations. We are seeking a motivated and responsible candidate for a Research Associate I/II position. The candidate must show initiative, strong communication skills, relevant scientific knowledge/experience, and be a team player. Excellent attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and good organizational skills are essential to being successful in this position. How You Will Achieve It: Under the supervision of the R&D Management the Research Associate I/II will assist in supporting research & development activities. This position is an on-site position in our La Jolla, CA R&D lab.

Requirements

For Research Associate I, a 4-year degree in biology, chemistry, biomedical engineering, or a relevant field is required
For Research Associate II, a MS in biology, chemistry, biomedical engineering or 2+ years of relevant work experience required
Laboratory experience in a related environment preferred.
Knowledge of product development processes and FDA requirements preferred
Knowledge of a variety of standard laboratory procedures and techniques; of laboratory equipment and terminology; and of laboratory hazards and safety practices.
Experience with Cell Culture, PCR, ELISA assays, and other relevant laboratory procedures.
Experience in operating electrical and nonelectrical laboratory equipment and potentially dangerous substances (flammable liquids, biohazards etc.)
Working knowledge of MS Office (especially Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.)
Ability to work in an organized and autonomous fashion.

Responsibilities

Performs a wide range of assigned experiments with efficiency, accuracy and attention to detail.
Design and execute experiments to investigate hypotheses, makes observations, and interprets findings with minimal supervision (e.g., troubleshoots routine experiments, and develops some non-routine procedures).
Exercises technical judgment in execution of specialized procedures and interpretation of complex results.
Makes observations, documents experimental data, and records all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility.
Performs calculations, statistics, and complex analysis on experimental results.
Initiates routine problem investigation and recommends solutions.
Prepare technical reports and present data/findings within R&D and cross functional teams.
Maintains knowledge of published literature in assigned areas and provides summaries.
Attends and actively participates in group and project meetings.
Orders laboratory materials and reagents.
Assists with routine lab equipment maintenance.
Receives, stores, aliquots and keeps inventory of important laboratory reagents.
Organize and store all chemicals substances, fluids, and compressed gases according to safety instructions.
Maintains a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with standard laboratory practice and procedures.
Record all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility.

Benefits

401k -- generous employer match with immediate vesting and financial planning resources
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage options effective on day one of employment
Flexible Spending Account (medical expenses or dependent care expenses) or Health Savings Account
Company paid insurances including Short Term, Long Term and Life insurances as well as voluntary options
Paid maternity leave and parental leave for all new parents
Adoption benefits
Education Assistance Policy - up to $5,000 per year for all employees
Wellness Program including free trainings on mental health, mindfulness, stress reduction, on-site flu shots and more
Employee Assistance Program
Generous paid time off including vacation, floating holidays, sick days, and company holidays
Free parking including an electric charging station (Canton and La Jolla)
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