Associate Researcher

Job Title: Research Associate I

Location: Durham, NC

Duration: 12 Months contract (Potential temp to Perm)

Payrate: $29/hr. - $30/hr.

Shift: 1st shift, Mon-Fri

Start Date: ASAP

Summary:

The Research Associate I position reports into a Scientist level position, and with guidance is responsible for conducting non-complex experiments and data analyses using relevant techniques/methods, assays, materials, reagents, and equipment.

Primary responsibilities for role:

• Employs methodological approach to collect, analyze, and report data from experiments conducted; uses relevant statistical analysis or software applications needed to collect and analyze data.
• Uses relevant techniques/methods, assays, materials, reagents, and equipment to effectively conduct assigned experiments and/or tests
• Participates in the design/development of non-complex investigation protocols or procedures, and with guidance, drafts clear, concise, and compliant documentation for the collection and communication of data
• Collaborates with the appropriate stakeholders/partners involved to plan and conduct complex experiments or tests, collect and report results, as well as to escalate or assist addressing problems/deviations, and to mitigate potential risks that may impact project timelines.
• Gains knowledge of processes and available technologies.
• Assists with conducting root cause analysis to identify problems and seek out academic and scientific resources to define and implement solutions.
• Utilizes active listening skills to tailor conversations to audience needs, and creates graphs, charts, and other visuals that clearly communicate non-complex data and ideas.
• Sets project and development objectives/goals with manager's guidance and construct appropriate action plans
• Follows legal, regulatory and GDS compliance policies, procedures, guidelines relevant to job, function, and organization.
• Seeks and participates in self-learning activities to gain and put new knowledge or skills to practical use.
• Collects and documents data/information in a compliant manner, ensuring documentation is accurate, meets appropriate standards, and is maintained and accessible.
• Assists with inventory, places orders, and ensures appropriate supplies/materials are in stock for projects.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Possess a basic knowledge of and adherence to safe laboratory practices, environmental concerns, GLP practices, and any relevant policies, FDA regulations, validations, or quality standards.
• Open to feedback and receptive to changes, with a willingness to adapt to practice or behaviors and learn from past mistakes.
• Composes oral and written messages that are logical, clear, direct, and concise with an awareness of available communication methods and tools.
• Demonstrates active listening skills to tailor conversations to audience needs, and select the most effective mode of communication
• Assesses priorities and makes necessary adjustments to meet project timelines.
• Bachelors in relevant field is required.