Research Associate II - Research & Early Development

Key Skills and Attributes2-4 years of post-college experience in a research, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or a medical devices environment or industryBachelor's or Master's degree in Life Sciences or EngineeringIdeal candidate will combine operational discipline with a flexible, agile mindsetComfortable following established protocols while maintaining the initiative to proactively solve challenges as they arise.Collaborative spirit and intellectual honesty specifically, a readiness to ask for help when needed as well as a genuine openness to feedback and professional coaching. The OpportunitySupport a flagship program, primarily focusing on slide imaging and image acquisition on systems such as the DP600s, 200s, the VS200, and multispectral flash instruments. The individuals in these roles will perform repetitive, well-defined tasks, including virtual staining and assembling slide cohorts, which will ultimately enable the team to generate AI algorithms.ResponsibilitiesExecutes experimental protocols with minimal supervision. Executes bench experiments;makes detailed and general observations and analyzes data.Prepares technical reports, summaries and quantitative analyses.Maintains complete and accurate records. Normally receives general directions on routine work and detailed directions on new assignments.Makes suggestions to improve work processes and laboratory environment.Assists in identifying and reducing to practice patentable inventions. Works on problems of diverse scope in which analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.Exercises judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques forobtaining solutions.May participate in cross functional technical teams such as a failure investigation team. Works well in a team environment by being a productive project team member, suggesting creative solutions to problems and providing input to project planning.Trains others in areas of expertise.Troubleshoots problems and institutes corrective action. Prepares and presents experimental procedures and results in group and project teams.Monitors work to ensure quality, and continuously promote Quality First Time.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities.Formal Training/EducationBachelor's or Master's Degree in Science or Engineering with 2-4 years relevant job experience requiredKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnows basic and a range of specialized laboratory techniques.Skilled with use of word processing, spreadsheets, graphical and presentation softwareapplications.