Preclinical Services Research Associate

Under the general supervision of the Director and Scientist of Innovation & Product Development (PD), the incumbent is responsible for conducting a variety of research and development (R&D) efforts that may include, but not limited to, flow cytometry analysis, cell/tissues cultures, and Biochemical and Molecular biology assays (ELISA, PCR, Luminex, Multiplex assays, etc.).

• Supervising and organizing analytical activities of the PD department.
• Helping with training or independently training PD technologists to perform molecular biology/biochemistry lab tasks.
• Taking part in developing new methods and technologies for R&D project advancement
• Learning new techniques, planning and performing experiments, recording observations, keeping detailed notes, analyzing data, and providing input with results interpretations.
• Taking part in writing protocols and SOPs.
• Maintains a high level of professional expertise through familiarity with scientific literature. May participate in scientific conferences and contribute to scientific journals.
• Working in collaboration with PD Scientists for a variety of projects.
• Communicating clearly and in a timely manner.

The salary range is $65,281 - $94,658. Salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to the technical design of experiments and methods, develops conclusions, and makes recommendations for further action. Frequently designs novel methodologies for solving tactical problems alongside Scientists.
• Conducts varied and complex experiments requiring high-level technical skills. Anticipates challenges and is able to troubleshoot common technical issues, and plan for alternatives.
• Performs complex laboratory techniques such as, but not limited to, cell culture, flow cytometry, Multiplex, ELISA, and other assays with a significant amount of independence. Collects and analyzes data and interprets results.
• Prepares detailed written and oral presentations of data, results, and conclusions, concisely and confidently.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant work experience or Master 's degree with at least 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Must be proficient in advanced cell culture techniques, FACS and/or IHC
• Exceptional problem solving skills and ability to resolve technical issues independently and in a timely manner. Excellent organizational and time management skills and the ability to pay attention to detail while multi-tasking in a fast paced work environment.
• Strong proficiency with a variety of software tools such as Microsoft Office, GraphPad, and FlowJo.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to execute tasks in a collaborative environment. Must be able to establish two-way communication with collaborators, technicians and department heads regarding specific needs and deadlines

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About JAX:

The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.

Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org​​​​​​​.

EEO Statement:

The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.