Research Operations Associate

GATC Health • Irvine, CA

1d • $70,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The Research Operations Associate works closely with discovery, development, and project-planning teams at an AI-powered TechBioPharma company. Primary responsibilities will include assisting in planning and evaluating research studies, organizing and analyzing data to support validation of AI-derived pharmaceutical lead molecules, and facilitating communication between internal scientific staff and external collaborators. This position will report to the Vice President of Scientific Operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or related field
• Two to three years of research experience in a biological sciences field
• Experience in scientific writing, organizing, and presenting scientific data requiring excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in research operations
• Experience coordinating compound testing with diverse research groups
• Basic knowledge of regulatory documentation practices for preclinical studies is desirable
• This role is ideal for a highly organized person with strong scientific literacy and skills in data organization, and collaboration with biomedical development teams of chemists, biologists, bioinformaticians, and project managers.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning validation studies for AI-derived new chemical entities intended for several disease areas.
• Organize and curate experimental datasets related to molecular and functional characterization and validation of lead molecules.
• Create presentations summarizing study results to present to management.
• Communicate effectively with bioinformatics analysts to ensure integration and consistency of biological data.
• Assist in writing and organizing statements of work and study reports.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work at the intersection of technology and science, driving innovation in pharmaceutical discovery.
• Collaborative and inclusive work culture that values diversity, creativity, and continuous learning.
• Competitive compensation package, including salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.
• Chance to make a meaningful impact on human health and contribute to groundbreaking research and development projects.

What This Job Offers

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