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Research Associate II, OEM/Special Projects

Gaithersburg, MD, us💼 Full-time💰 $27–$27🗓 2026-09-28 → 2026-09-30

Core

Supports R&D, verification, and optimization of molecular diagnostic products, reagents, and processes by performing laboratory procedures to quantify and characterize genetic material.

Role type

Mid-level hands-on IC research associate (molecular diagnostics)

Builds

Molecular diagnostic products, reagents, and associated processes

Domain

Life Sciences / Molecular Diagnostics

Required skills

Nucleic acid purification, qPCR, digital PCR, cell culture, aseptic techniques, SOP development, data analysis, inventory management

Preferred skills

Mammalian cell culture, viral cultures, ERP systems (SAP/IFS), ISO13485 experience, GMP environment experience, mentoring research associates

Technologies

qPCR, digital PCR, SAP, EtQ, Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Perform nucleic acid analysis and cell culture using aseptic techniques; execute experiments and maintain GLP/GMP documentation; manage laboratory inventory and reagent ordering; troubleshoot technical challenges and implement corrective actions; develop and review standard operating procedures (SOPs); collaborate with cross-functional teams on custom projects.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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