Senior Research Assistant

Meso Scale Diagnostics, Llc. • Gaithersburg, MD

117d • $45,500 - $66,000

About The Position

This position is responsible for supporting research and product development efforts by executing experiments, testing new products and maintaining laboratory equipment. Specific tasks include performing scheduled equipment maintenance and instrument qualification activities in addition to performing laboratory-based experiments to support and accelerate feasibility, development and qualification testing of new products. This position requires weekend work (Saturday or Sunday).

Requirements

• Associate's degree in scientific field or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Two years' experience working in a laboratory setting, preferably with immunoassays.
• Experience with Biosafety level 2 (BSL-2) is required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of general laboratory terminology, proper laboratory equipment handling practice, and safe work practices.
• Familiarity with MS Office, particularly MS Excel.
• High level of attention to detail; highly motivated and organized.
• Ability to trouble-shoot and communicate issues/problems that might affect the quality, accuracy and reliability of laboratory instrumentation.
• Good oral, written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to execute experiments following protocols and/or SOPs.
• Ability to move/lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Executes the following types of experiments independently using established protocols: Immunoassay kit component testing using plate-based assays, qualification testing of new immunoassays, sample processing and sample testing using established and newly developed assays, testing to optimize product performance using complicated layouts and procedures, pilot scale preparation and testing of components for immunoassay kits.
• Trains new employees on assay procedures, analysis software, and equipment maintenance.
• Performs general daily, weekly, monthly, and annual maintenance of laboratory equipment to ensure compliance with company policies and safety requirements.
• Restocks supplies and disposes of waste as necessary.
• Performs qualification testing of laboratory equipment and troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment, by performing minor repairs and part replacements, and schedules major repairs.
• Complies with company safety regulations, personal protective equipment requirements, standard operating procedures, work instructions and good laboratory practices.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with prescription benefits.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
• Employee assistance program.
• Fitness club membership contribution.
• Pet insurance.
• Identity theft protection.
• Home and auto insurance discounts.
• Optional supplemental life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Associate degree