Research Assistant

The qualified individual will have at least 1-3 years of relevant industry working experience in developing parenteral formulation, solid and liquid oral dosage forms for use in first-in-human studies. This is a highly collaborative role, that provides support to multiple project and senior scientist in a given day.

The Research associate will be a lab-based role, will be working in pre-formulation, formulation, characterization, and analytical development of therapeutic proteins including monoclonal antibodies, virus-like particles, RNA therapeutics, and subunit-based vaccines.

Since most of our clients are based out of USA and Europe, it is desirable that candidates to have some exposure working on international projects.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Performing sample preparation steps which may include sample pipetting with a high degree of accuracy and precision
• Performing reagent and material preparation for testing
• Calibrating and maintaining all assigned laboratory equipment and instruments according to standard operating procedures to ensure quality results
• Maintain adequate inventory of supplies, reagents and materials needed for testing
• Document remedial action, troubleshooting, quality assurance activities and instrument maintenance
• Adhere to established processing timelines
• Perform cleaning and maintenance duties for laboratory spaces and instrumentation
• Retrieve and catalog samples for testing
• Properly store samples for short term and long-term storage
• Adhere to all quality and safety standards, as well as ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies
• Adhere to policies and protocols in the lab
• Disposes of bio hazardous materials, chemical waste, sharp and other potentially hazardous materials according to regulations
• Review daily run documentation for completeness and accuracy with provided reviewer guidelines
• Work closely and communicate with other lab associates to complete daily activities efficiently
• Other duties as assigned by reporting manager.

Required Qualification

• Masters in Biotech/Biochemistry/ any related.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience working in similar field.
• Self-motivated, attention to details, excellent oral/written skills.