Research Associate

Evotec • Rahway, NJ

2d • $60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

Evotec is seeking a curious Research Associate to join its Bioengineering team, supporting protein expression and next-generation sequencing with a protein engineering group at a research-driven biopharmaceutical company in Rahway, New Jersey. The role involves executing experiments and assignments on project timelines, contributing to experimental design and technical problem solving, and helping improve workflows. The Research Associate will document work and results in laboratory records, electronic notebooks, laboratory information management systems, and sample inventories, while helping maintain a safe, efficient, compliant, and well-stocked laboratory. The position also provides exposure to protein engineering design and directed evolution approaches used to develop biocatalysts and biopharmaceuticals. On-the-job coaching and mentoring support development as an individual contributor and subject matter expert in a collaborative team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology, Synthetic Biology, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Full-time experience in a research laboratory setting.
• Hands-on experience with and knowledge of standard microbiological practices for working with biosafety level 1 organisms.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedures.
• Ability to deliver high-quality results and accurately document work and results.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Availability to travel to the Princeton, New Jersey site for training and quarterly meetings.
• Ability to work a weekend schedule as needed, while maintaining total hours within a 40-hour work week.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Molecular Biology, Synthetic Biology, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Execute assignments and experiments using strong technical skills and meet project timelines.
• Provide input into experimental design and assist with technical problem solving and workflow improvements.
• Communicate technical details and results through physical records, electronic notebooks, conversations, and email.
• Record data in laboratory information management systems and keep sample inventories accurate and up to date.
• Help maintain an efficient, well-stocked, safe, and compliant laboratory environment.
• Maintain individual compliance with training and recordkeeping requirements.
• Develop familiarity with protein engineering design and directed evolution approaches.
• Participate in on-the-job training, coaching, and mentoring.

Benefits

• Professional courses, mentorship, and new project opportunities for growth and development.
• Flexible work options, including remote or hybrid models.
• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Company-paid basic life insurance.
• 401(k) company match.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Wellness and transportation benefits.

What This Job Offers

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