Research Associate

Genesis Global Group • Hamilton Township, NJ

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Genesis Global Group (GGG) is a consortium of entities and institutes focused on molecular biology, medicinal chemistry, and biotechnology. Its mission is to improve patients’ quality of life by connecting basic science with the development of diagnostic and pre-clinical treatments. The Institute for Biomarker Research (IBR), a division of GGG, develops multi-variant personal diagnostics to assess disease evaluation, progression, regression, and patient stratification, supporting targeted pharmacogenomic-based treatment approaches tailored to individual clinical situations.

IBR is seeking an in-person Research Associate in Hamilton, New Jersey. The role involves designing and validating microbiological and molecular diagnostic assays; designing and conducting experiments; analyzing data; documenting procedures and results; and performing laboratory testing in accordance with equipment specifications and standard operating procedures. The associate will prepare reagents and handle biological samples in a BSL 2 setting, collaborate with Reference Laboratories and the Clinical Laboratory division, and participate in meetings and scientific journal discussions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Strong background in Molecular Biology and Genetics is a plus.
• Knowledge of aseptic, microbiological, molecular, and cellular biology techniques is sought.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with CAP-accredited laboratory practices and cGLP.
• Experience in bacterial, fungal, viral, and parasitic pathogenesis and culture.
• Experience in test development, troubleshooting, optimization, and validation, particularly qPCR.
• Strong background in Molecular Biology and Genetics.

Responsibilities

• Design and validate microbiological and molecular diagnostic assays.
• Design and perform experiments and analyze data using diverse procedures and laboratory equipment.
• Record procedures and collected data, and create reports to CLIA/CAP standards.
• Conduct laboratory tests according to equipment specifications and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Prepare reagents and properly handle biological samples in a BSL 2 setting.
• Collaborate with Reference Laboratories and the Clinical Laboratory division on projects.
• Participate routinely in meetings and scientific journal article discussions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
• Legal plan.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

What This Job Offers

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