Sr. Research Associate - Assay Transfer
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The Senior Research Associate will support the transfer of new and existing reagent products from Development to Manufacturing. The role involves process characterization, scientific research, and manufacturing process strategies to support manufacturability and improve process capability. The associate will execute laboratory protocols and experiments, prepare transfer documentation, troubleshoot technical problems, report findings, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
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Job Title: Sr. Research Associate - Assay Transfer
Job Location: Oro Valley, Arizona, 85755
Job Duration: 24 Months with possible extension
Position Summary:
As a member of the Assay Transfer team, you will facilitate the seamless transition of new and existing reagent products from Development to Manufacturing. This role involves initiating, directing, and executing process characterization, scientific research, and manufacturing process strategies to support product manufacturability and improve process capability.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience:
• Bachelors degree in Science with 6+ years of post-college relevant experience, OR
• Masters degree with 1+ year of relevant experience.
Technical Expertise:
• Hands-on experience with wet lab and biological techniques, specifically IHC (Immunohistochemistry) and ISH (In Situ Hybridization).
• Direct experience in a regulated environment, product development, and/or manufacturing operations.
• Proficiency in standard laboratory techniques, scientific literature retrieval, and software tools (word processing, spreadsheets, graphical/presentation applications).
• Methodologies: Ability to apply Design for Six Sigma and Design for Quality and Manufacturability (DQM) principles to optimize processes and solve potential inventions or production issues.
• Candidate Guidelines: Candidates must meet the minimum post-college experience requirements (6+ years for Bachelor's). Please do not submit Ph.D. candidates (considered overqualified).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Laboratory Execution & Protocol Design:
• Lead the design, execution, and troubleshooting of complex laboratory protocols, bench experiments, process characterization, and scale-up activities with minimal supervision.
• Execute bench experiments, record meticulous observations, and conduct quantitative data analysis.
Process Transfer & Quality Standards:
• Prepare manufacturing documentation and complete transfer activities for new products.
• Champion "Quality First Time" standards while identifying and implementing process capability improvements in the laboratory environment.
Problem Solving & Subject Matter Expertise:
• Serve as a technical resource to troubleshoot complex technical problems, institute corrective actions, and resolve intangible variables.
• Optimize workflows and identify potential patent or publication opportunities.
Documentation & Technical Reporting:
• Generate comprehensive technical reports, summaries, and experimental procedures.
• Present findings and scientific data clearly to project teams, group meetings, and organizational stakeholders.
Collaboration & Leadership:
• Partner actively across organizational boundaries and lead or participate in cross-functional technical teams (e.g., core teams, failure investigations).
• Contribute to project planning, provide creative solutions, and mentor or train team members in areas of expertise.
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
How this job compares
Set against the 961 open Research Associate jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 12, 2026.
- Pay
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- US median$70–100K/yr417 salary ranges
- US median$18–20/hr125 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 961 open Research Associate jobs across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; Research Associate postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years at the median (299 postings).
- Education
- 595 of the 961 open Research Associate jobs (62%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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