Research Associate

  • Waltham, Massachusetts
  • Full Time

Description

Support analytical development for mRNA/LNP products. Support assay development and sample testing of in-process samples, drug substance, and drug product. Help with stability and product release testing as wellOptimize molecular assays as well as bioassaysHelp with assay transfer, qualification and validationHelp with deviation, OOE, and OOS investigationsHelp filing validation reports

Skills

mRNA, LNP, assay development, sample testing, stability, PCR, HPLC, immunoassay, method development, LIMS, RNA, Molecular biology

Top Skills Details

mRNA,LNP,assay development,sample testing,stability,PCR,HPLC,immunoassay

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Education: BS in a life science with 2+ years of experienceExperience with molecular biology, virology, immunology, biochemistry, biophysics, biomolecular sciences, or analytical chemistryExperience working in a GLP/GMP environment Experience in development of bioassays, immunoassays, or molecular biology assays is a plus. Handson experience in separation science (CE, HPLC) and particle analysis (DLS)Experience handling RNA/LNP samplesProficiency in UVbased and dyebased RNA concentration methods, qPCR/ddPCR, immunebased and cellbased assays

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $42.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Waltham,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 30, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email ... for other accommodation options.

Job ID: 478310174
Originally Posted on: 5/23/2025

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