Research Associate II

Company: Aditi Consulting
Location: Lexington
Posted on: April 24, 2025

Job Description:

Payrate: $48.37 - $48.37/hr.

Read on to fully understand what this job requires in terms of skills and experience If you are a good match, make an application.



Summary:

To provide technical laboratory research support of projects focused on target validation using human in vitro models in metabolic functional assays such as Seahorse, lipolysis, and glucose uptake.



Responsibilities:

Work with scientists to conduct lab-based studies to support project efforts
Perform tissue culture work with human cell lines to develop and optimize workflows for in vitro target validation using mid-throughput (96-384 well plate) assays
Support project management efforts in standard operating procedure creation, sharing knowledge and skills, and fostering cross-functional teamwork
Engage in effective communication with colleagues within the company.



Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with 3-5 years of experience post-degree; relevant experience may be substituted as appropriate. Title is dependent on qualifications.
Tissue culture experience is required, including strong aseptic technique, BSL2 stewardship, and troubleshooting
Experience with cell-based screening systems and lab automation
Metabolic disease understanding is a plus
Experience with human primary cells (adipocyte, skeletal myoblasts) is a plus
Experience with automated laboratory equipment, complex machinery, and familiarity of high throughput data production principles are a plus
Ability to carry out complex protocols required
Experience in basic molecular biology techniques required
Experience working in a team environment required, industry (CRO, pharmaceutical, biotech) experience is preferred
Fluency in spoken and written English is a prerequisite for the role
Role requires proactive communication skills and cross-cultural understanding to interact within a global organization
Must be comfortable in asking for clarification and offering suggestions
Other desirable skills include advanced cellular imaging and/or high throughput data collection skills, and ability to interpret interdisciplinary data
Must love to learn, be ambitious, and be determined to contribute to improving patients' well-being.



Must Haves:

Experience in working with scientists to follow required protocols
Proficient at tissue culture and cell-based functional assays, with metabolic assays strongly preferred
Communication/Organization



Pay Transparency: The typical base pay for this role across the U.S. is: $48.37 - $48.37//hr. Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education and experience and the benefits package you select. Full-time employees are eligible to select from different benefits packages. Packages may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, 10 paid days off, 401(k) plan participation, commuter benefits and life and disability insurance.



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