Research Associate – Protein Kinase Assays

    How would you like to get in on the ground floor at an innovative and fast-growing life science company that provides 100% company-paid health benefits, opportunity for advancement, the ability to earn equity and share in the company’s success, and more? AssayQuant Technologies, Inc., has an exciting opening for Research Associates to join our expanding team, developing novel Protein Kinase activity assays and offering Custom Testing Services, which enable our clients’ research and development programs. 

    Duties Include (Not Limited to)

    • Following standard operating procedures (SOP’s) to perform assays in 96- and 384-well plates and communicating the status and results to senior staff.
    • Documenting all work in laboratory notebooks.
    • Using modern software for research, data analysis, inventory tracking, and communication.
    • Maintaining a safe lab environment by following the company’s SOPs and safety requirements.

    Minimum Requirements

    • Bachelor's or advanced degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or an applicable science.
    • Highly motivated and self-driven - the successful candidate will be someone who can thrive in a fast-paced and interactive team environment.
    • At least 1-3 years of hands-on lab experience performing quantitative microplate-based assays using enzymes in drug potency testing or quantitative PCR or ELISA, as examples.
    • Excellent laboratory technique, including accurate and precise dispensing of small volumes (1-10 uL) and exceptional attention to detail.
    • Ability to master new techniques, find solutions and effectively multi-task to achieve goals efficiently, with training provided as needed by senior personnel.
    • Excellent computer software use skills including Microsoft Office. Knowledge of scientific/data analysis software a plus.
    • Demonstrated organizational, documentation and oral communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as a team, as appropriate.

    Preferred Skills & Experience (Not Required)

    The ideal candidate should have one or more of the following:

    • Practical knowledge of fluorescence-based activity assays to assess enzyme kinetics and drug potency including use of data analysis software.
    • Familiarity with modern automation instrumentation and software.
    • Industry experience with demonstrated productivity running enzyme inhibitor assays for the drug discovery workflow.

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    About Us

    Assay Quant Technologies provides a competitive total compensation package that includes sales incentive pay, health benefits with excellent medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, employee assistance plan, and 401(k) Plan with company match pending Board of Directors approval as well as PTO, 12 paid holidays, and company stock options.

    Assay Quant Technologies requires all of its employees to be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) for COVID-19 unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination.  

    Assay Quant Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted.