CareerPlan

Research Associate II, OEM/Special Projects

Gaithersburg, MD, usFull-time2026-10-23 → 2026-11-11

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 IC molecular biology research associate

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

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 reagents; troubleshoot technical challenges; contribute to SOP development and continuous improvement.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC