Research Associate II- Advanced Research & Technology
Job Locations
US-WI-Madison
Req No.
2020-6809
Category
Research & Development
Type
Regular Full-Time
Summary of Major Responsibilities
The Research Associate II works on assignments in collaboration with other scientists which are moderate in scope for developing new products or improving existing products. This position will primarily be involved in performing early research experiments that will accelerate product feasibility efforts.
This Research Associate II, with guidance from more experienced scientists, will be responsible for planning and, execution of experiments, and analysis of data. Working in a team setting, the Research Associate II will help to explore new technologies, ideas and concepts in application to early cancer detection.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Conducts bench level experiments and records and analyzes results of experiments.
Presents experimental results to supervisor and/or R&D team.
Presents information and updates at team or departmental meetings.
Contributes ideas to improve research methods and processes.
Provides technical input and participates in decisions affecting project planning and experimental design.
Operates scientific instrumentation related to performance of duties and notifies appropriate personnel of any problems.
Prepares reports and documentation providing the analysis or summarization of project status and results.
Works with R&D team members on assignments to meet department and project objectives.
Supports and complies with the company's hazardous waste management program, including following safe, hazardous waste handling practices.
Effectively utilizes and applies established methods or technologies. Maintains lab notebook in a complete and consistent manner, following all legal, ISO and QSR requirements as well as keeping clear and complete.
Works within project timeframes that are established collaboratively by team members.
Ability to complete assignments in expected time frame and seek out additional work when assignments are completed ahead of time.
Clear communication with supervisor and group members.
Effective presentation skills.
Ability to interface and work effectively within team and department.
Ability to effectively work on several tasks with changing priorities.
Strong attention to detail.
Basic analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
Regular and reliable attendance.
Ability to work nights and/or weekends.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds for approximately 5% of a typical working day.
Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for up to 8 hours in a working day.
Constant walking or motion to communicate work and interact with co-workers.
Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height.
Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
Ability to use various types of laboratory equipment including microscopes, microtomes, blades, strainers, pipettes for extended periods of time.
May perform repetitious actions using lab tools.
Ability to use near vision to view samples at close range.
May be exposed to hazardous materials, tissue specimens and instruments with moving parts, lasers, heating and freezing elements, and high speed centrifugation.
Ability and means to travel between Madison locations.
Ability to travel 5% of working time away from work location, may include overnight/weekend travel.
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Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in Life Sciences or related field; or Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related field with 2 years of experience in lieu of a Master’s degree.
Basic computer skills to include Internet navigation, Email usage, and word processing.
Proficient in Microsoft Office to include Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience working in a molecular diagnostics/clinical laboratory setting.
Previous experience with DNA extraction, bisulfite treatment, PCR, and ELISA.
Familiarity and experience with cGMP, cGLP, and CLSI guidelines.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional setting.
Effective technical writing skills.
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