Research Assistant III

• Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences is hiring entry level candidates for several positions for contract research in Clinical trials of drugs, biologics and medical devices.
• We have a few immediate job opportunities available in Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance and Clinical Research field. We work with University hospitals, pharmaceutical companies and recruiting partners.

Job Description:
We are seeking a Research Associate III to join our team. This key member of the team will be responsible in designing and executing experiments to support various innovation projects for cell culture media and growth supplement products.
Responsibilities:

• Design and execute experiments to develop or optimize cell culture media and growth supplements for various human primary cells and cell lines. Prior experience with various human primary cells is required.
• Maintain precise records and organize records of experiments. Analyze and report on data that are generated.
• Utilize perfect aseptic technique and display expertise with handling primary cells and cell line.
• Design and execute analytical and cell culture-based functionality testing including cell growth assay for a variety of cell culture media.
• Troubleshoot experiment results for cells and media, raw materials, media formulation, product storage, and QC assays.
• Maintain stocks of chemicals, reagents and supplies in the laboratory.

Requirements:

• Master's degree in biology, Chemistry or related discipline. B.S. degree with 5 - 10 years of relevant industrial experience.
• Significant knowledge of aseptic cell culture techniques, basic biology, chemistry, mathematical calculations, statistical analysis, technical writing, and laboratory equipment required.
• Computer literate including, but not limited to, MS Office.
• Strong written and oral communication skills are needed to be able to share data and conclusions with scientific peers and others around the company.

Safety Responsibility:

• It is knowledgeable and complies with all pertinent safety policies, rules, and regulations.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in a shared laboratory space and in an office cubical environment. Some exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals is possible. Occasional extended daily or weekend hours may be required..

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.