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Research Associate I # 26-25050

US Tech Solutions

Boulder, COContract$27–28/hrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$27–28/hr
Location
Boulder, CO
Role Type
Research
Schedule
Contract
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Associate's degree

Job overview

The Research Associate I supports delivery of high-quality oligonucleotide starting materials to innovation and process development teams, maintaining reliable supply systems and executing laboratory procedures for synthesis, processing, and purification in a fast‑paced environment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

TeamworkCommunicationStandard Laboratory TechniquesHPLC or LC‑MSAutomated Oligonucleotide SynthesizersIon‑Exchange Purification MethodsRNAi or Oligonucleotide Chemistry

Qualifications

Science/Engineering DegreeBachelor’s or Master’s in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Related Field0–3+ Years Lab Experience

Full job description

$27-$28 per hour

Boulder, CO

Contract

Duration: 1+ year with the potential to extend

Must Haves:

  1. Science/engineering degree (AS, BS, BA degree)

2 .Excitement for the role and willing personality

  1. Team mentality and strong communication skills

Purpose:

This role supports delivery of high-quality oligonucleotide starting materials to innovation and process development teams, enabling ligation-based RNAi manufacturing development and platform expansion.

The position is responsible for maintaining a reliable supply system to support fast-paced program advancement.

Relationships:

  • Collaborates with RNAi Chemical Development, Innovation, and Scale-Up teams.

  • Interfaces with API development and oligonucleotide production stakeholders.

  • Individual contributor within a cross-functional environment.

Essential Functions:

  • Support preparation and delivery of oligonucleotide starting materials.

  • Execute laboratory procedures related to oligonucleotide synthesis, processing, and purification.

  • Operate and maintain workflows ensuring reliable material supply.

  • Support ligation development through timely substrate preparation.

  • Maintain equipment and document workflows and materials.

  • Drive continuous improvement in efficiency and scalability.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s in chemistry, biochemistry, or related field.

  • Experience: 0–3+ years of relevant lab experience.

Technical Skills:

  • Familiarity with standard laboratory techniques.

  • Experience with HPLC or LC-MS is a plus.

  • Familiarity with automated oligonucleotide synthesizers (e.g., Mermade systems) is preferred.

  • Experience with ion-exchange purification methods for oligonucleotides is preferred.

  • Basic understanding of RNAi or oligonucleotide chemistry preferred.

About US Tech Solutions:

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com .

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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