Research Associate, Laboratory Sciences

CareAbout•Columbia, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist in daily activities and operation of the Laboratory Sciences department including equipment maintenance, stocking supplies and general cleaning. Support and perform data collection activities including ligand binding assays and flow cytometry, as assigned.

Requirements

Associates degree in scientific discipline plus a minimum of 6 months relevant laboratory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to handle multiple assignments and maintain organization in a fast paced, changing environment.
Intermediate computer and computer software skills with Microsoft products including Word and Excel.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Altasciences is unable to provide sponsorship, sponsorship transfers, or visa maintenance for this position. All applicants must possess valid work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

Perform routine laboratory maintenance (including cleaning, stocking supplies, equipment maintenance tasks, etc.).
Prepare materials, including animal blood and tissues, for analytical assays (e.g. bioanalytical and ligand binding assays) and perform the assays according to Protocol or other guiding documents with accurate documentation.
Maintain and document chain of custody for specimens, reagents, controls and samples in the laboratory.
Maintain and update facility records related to the laboratory and its analyses.
Review laboratory records, procedures and study data for completeness and accuracy.
Document deviations to laboratory procedures and study protocols and unforeseen circumstances in a timely manner and provide input for corrective actions.
Assist in calibration, optimization, maintenance and collection of data from analytical instruments.