Research Associate II (Scientific)

job summary:

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location: Waltham, Massachusetts
job type: Contract
salary: $54.00 - 55.53 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors


responsibilities:

• Responsible for the execution and analysis of experiments and analytical procedures.
• Display an investigative or technological orientation in designing, executing, and interpreting experiments and analytical procedures.
• Investigate basic technical problems and perform routine scientific procedures and experiments under general supervision.
• Plan and prioritize concurrent experimental procedures.
• Integrate, compile, and tabulate data; assist supervisor in the analysis and interpretation of results.
• May provide oral presentations on results to other department members.
• Work under active supervision, following established procedures.
• Work is reviewed for soundness of technical judgment and overall adequacy and accuracy.
• Contribute to the completion of milestones associated with specific projects.
• Failure to achieve results or erroneous execution may cause delays in program schedules and may result in the allocation of additional resources.
• Frequent internal company contacts; infrequent inter-departmental and outside constituent contacts on routine matters.

qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry or a related chemical discipline.
• 3-6 years post-school experience is required.
• Ability to work on a 12-month contract with potential for extension (budget/performance dependent).
• Comfortable handling automation in laboratory workflows.
• Must have experience with HPLC and automation, Capillary Electrophoresis (CE).
• Familiarity with software tools similar to Empower and ChemStation.
• Assist with testing using laboratory instruments.
• Ability to work effectively in a team of 10-15 members.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

• Quick learner and open-minded attitude.
• Experience with high-throughput or automated lab instrumentation.
• Exposure to analytical method development or troubleshooting.

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skills: Chemistry, High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Capillary Electrophoresis (CE)


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At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].


Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).


This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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