Senior Research Assistant

MESO SCALE DIAGNOSTICS, LLC.•Gaithersburg, MD

1d•Onsite

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.
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 immunoassay kit component testing using plate-based assays.
Performs qualification testing of new immunoassays.
Conducts sample processing and sample testing using established and newly developed assays.
Performs testing to optimize product performance using complicated layouts and procedures.
Prepares and tests pilot scale 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.