Research Associate, Clinical Research, Medical Science

About This Role

This full-time Research Associate 3 position is based on-site and focuses on designing and performing research to develop novel experimental therapies for human malignancies. The role involves collaborating with scientists, maintaining laboratory equipment, protocols, and supplies, and supporting the operational, manufacturing, and research activities of the Cell Manufacturing Program (CMP) within the Interdisciplinary Stem Cell Institute's Comprehensive Research Cell Manufacturing Program (CRCMP).

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily operations and perform procedures related to new and ongoing research projects
• Assist with ordering, purchasing, and maintenance of all required reagents and supplies for laboratory activities
• Monitor and maintain inventory of supplies and stocks
• Assist with the maintenance of institutional biosafety and animal care protocols, laboratory safety records, and standard operating procedures
• Perform and assist other research staff with standard laboratory techniques
• Develop, adapt, and implement new laboratory procedures
• Record, organize, and write up experimental results for submission of manuscripts and for scientific presentations
• Keep abreast of latest literature in the field and search for references to technical problems
• Maintain current knowledge of the methods and techniques related to the specific field of research
• Adhere to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets
• Perform aseptic manufacturing, processing, cryopreservation, storage, packaging, and shipment of various investigational cellular therapy products in accordance with approved manufacturing records, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), cGMP regulations, and departmental quality requirements
• Participate in customer technology transfers and manufacturing readiness activities, including review of sponsor documentation, manufacturing workflows, and implementation of new processes as assigned
• Successfully complete and maintain all required departmental training, competency assessments, and annual qualifications, including documentation of a color vision examination as required for designated manufacturing and quality-related activities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders

Important Details

• Team: Approximately 80% of responsibilities are dedicated to the manufacture of various investigational cellular therapy products under current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) regulations, with the remaining 20% supporting research and development activities

About the Company

The Interdisciplinary Stem Cell Institute has a Cell Manufacturing Program (CMP) within its Comprehensive Research Cell Manufacturing Program (CRCMP).