Research Associate I
Iconma
South San Francisco, CA
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JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
South San Francisco, CA
POSTED
23 days ago
Responsibilities:
- Client’s Analytical Operations (AO) department is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Research Associate to be part of our analytical testing team.
- This role utilizes analytical tools to characterize the physical and chemical properties of biopharmaceutical products.
- This work is essential for supporting both process development and validation, and for determining product quality, purity, and stability.
- Analytical Operations (AO) is a non-GMP department within the PTDA Analytical Development Quality Control organization, dedicated to advancing the company's R&D pipeline.
- The department is focused on providing technical expertise and analytical support for early-stage research, development, and process validation for departments across the South San Francisco campus as well as other client sites.
- This support is delivered through high-throughput testing, automation, effective data management, and robust business processes, all of which facilitate timely and scientifically informed decisions.
- Conduct routine and non-routine analytical testing using a variety of physiochemical techniques (U/HPLC, icIEF, CE-SDS, and LC-MS), according to established protocols.
- Maintain accurate, detailed documentation of assays and data results in an Electronic Laboratory Notebook (ELN), strictly adhering to ALCOA+ principles.
- Perform essential lab support tasks, including stocking consumables, checking for expired reagents and hazardous waste, and de-icing freezers.
- Comply with laboratory best practices, safety guidelines, and internal and regulatory standards.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree with laboratory experience in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field. Experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
- Must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated, with a proven ability to successfully manage multiple tasks, both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Hands-on experience with HPLC/UPLC, CE, or LC-MS is required.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are a must, with the ability to present technical work clearly.
- Knowledge of GMP compliance, experience with ELN, and intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel is highly desirable.
- Ability to lift 20 lbs. for laboratory-related tasks.
Why Should You Apply?
- Health Benefits
- Referral Program
- Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
ICONMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive considerationfor employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.
About the Company
I
Iconma
ICONMA is a global information consulting management firm providing Professional Staffing Services and Project-Based Solutions for organizations in a broad range of industries.
- Corporate Headquarters in Troy, Michigan; 20+ locations worldwide.
- Certified Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE); certified by Women’s Business Enterprise National Council, National Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC); and California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).
- Founded in 2000
- 2000+ Employees
The company was founded on the principle that success is derived from delivering high quality service and resources in the most responsive, flexible, and innovative way. ICONMA invests in people and resources with a single goal: To provide our customers with the highest quality service in the most responsive manner. Through its network of offices, ICONMA provides the resources to help clients maintain their competitive advantage.
COMPANY SIZE
2,000 to 2,499 employeesINDUSTRY
Management Consulting Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
401K, Employee Referral Program, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
2000
WEBSITE
https://www.iconma.com/