Research Associate I

bioMérieux•Salt Lake City, UT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Associate I (RA I) works to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment and has the temperament to operate proactively and collaboratively in a team in support of research and development activities. Tasks will focus on molecular and microbiological experiments and procedures (e.g., nucleic acid extraction, serial dilution, PCR, bacterial and fungal culture, etc.) with associated collection, analysis, verification and recording of data in accordance with established protocols and work instruction documents, regulations, safety requirements, and the quality system. Work is primarily collaborative and requires the ability to communicate and coordinate with peers and supervisor(s) effectively and respectfully.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent and 4+ years of experience in an academic, industry, or healthcare laboratory required.
Consistently upholds and reflects the core ethical principles and values that bioMérieux promotes
Functional skills include critical thinking, adaptability, time management, communication, problem-solving and digital literacy
Technical learning aptitude to quickly understand and acquire new technical knowledge and skills
Flexibility, being highly adaptable and resilient to thrive in a dynamic work environment
Learning agility to be able to learn from experiences and apply that knowledge to new situations
Detail orientation to complete tasks without errors and produce high-quality work.
Thriving in a fast-paced environment by managing tasks, multitasking, and adapting quickly to maintain productivity
Practicing time management to allocate tasks, balance priorities, and meet deadlines efficiently
Ability to work cross-functionally allowing for better collaboration and communication when working across teams to achieve shared objectives
Ability to cooperate with others at all levels including leadership
Effective verbal communication skills
Participating in a way that enhances team performance and cohesion
Fosters a culture of inclusiveness among all team members
Actively and attentively listen to others, ensuring a clear understanding of their messages, needs, and concerns.
Demonstrates fundamental awareness and can perform routine tasks with guidance
Working knowledge of current and evolving microbiology and molecular biology principles, tools, and techniques relevant to developing diagnostic tests for infectious diseases
Basic competence in laboratory practices including pipetting, handling biological and chemical materials, sterile technique and contamination control, and basic concentration and statistical calculations
Comfortable working with human specimens and fluids (blood, stool, sputum, etc.) and working with biosafety level 2 pathogens
Ability to wear PPE correctly most of the day.
Must be able to lift and safely maneuver 40 lbs.
Manual and visual dexterity to handle small tubes and manipulate very small volumes; reasonable accommodations are applicable.
Comfortable working with cleaning products such as bleach.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline and a minimum of six months' experience in an academic, industry, or healthcare laboratory preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists with stocking project-specific laboratory supplies, including inventorying stock.
Act as a good lab citizen and team member. Coordinate and collaborate within and across teams and functional groups for routine lab activities, cleaning, equipment use, specific assigned tasks and projects, and sharing of knowledge, skills, and ideas.
Work in a Biosafety level 2/2+ environment with potentially pathogenic microbes, patient samples, and body fluids using sterile technique for contamination and infection control.
Ensure data integrity and accurate record-keeping by collecting, recording (in an electronic laboratory notebook and/or study worksheets), analyzing and verifying data in compliance with company standard operating procedures, work instruction documents, and study protocols.
Use and maintain laboratory equipment, supplies/inventory, and workspaces according to operational, quality, and safety requirements as outlined in protocols, standard operating procedures, and work instruction documents.
Perform routine calculations and laboratory techniques including solution formulation, microbial culture and enumeration, nucleic acid extraction and quantification, real-time and/or digital PCR, as well as basic statistical analyses.
Execute study protocols and contribute to protocol and process development, optimization, and/or revision.
Conduct routine data analysis under supervision.
Communicate data and analyses in written reports and oral presentations to peers and supervisors, commensurate with job level.
Contribute to the writing of study reports.
Perform all work in compliance with company quality procedures and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

A choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options
Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan including a generous non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match.
Adoption Assistance
Wellness Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Commuter Benefits
Various voluntary benefit offerings
Discount programs
Parental leaves