Research Assistant I
Core
Conduct testing procedures for project-based studies including shelf-life, inoculated challenge, and process validation studies in a laboratory setting.
Role type
Junior laboratory research assistant
Builds
Contract research studies for food, beverage, cosmetics, and regulated industries
Domain
Food safety, analytical chemistry, and microbiology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Laboratory testing execution, data transcription, quality control documentation, equipment maintenance and calibration, color discrimination, manual dexterity
Preferred skills
LIMS experience, industry-specific experience, ability to distinguish colors
Technologies
Microsoft Office Suite, LIMS
Responsibilities
Execute scheduled preparation and testing procedures per project proposals, maintain meticulous records of procedures and results, perform quality control tasks and equipment maintenance, identify and communicate anomalous results, participate in special projects, maintain a clean and sanitized laboratory environment
Seniority
Entry-level, 0-2 years experience