Research Associate

Description

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to learn, grow, and make meaningful contributions.Prepare biological samplesincluding cells, tissues, and plasmafor LC-MS analysisPerform protein lysis, immunoprecipitation, enzymatic digestion, filtration, and concentrationDesign and execute experiments in close collaboration with cross-functional scientistsDevelop, optimize, and validate analytical methods for protein characterizationAnalyze and interpret data, documenting results in electronic lab notebooksPresent findings and actively contribute to team discussions and troubleshootingUphold rigorous standards for lab safety, data integrity, and scientific excellence

Skills

lc-ms, cell culture, tissue culture, mass spectrometry, Gmp, data entry, Laboratory

Top Skills Details

lc-ms,cell culture,tissue culture,mass spectrometry

Additional Skills & Qualifications

BS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field + 35 years of experienceOR MS + 13 years of experienceNote: This role is not open to fresh graduates or PhD holdersMaster 2-3 yrs working expBS 3-5 yrsStrong experience with LC-MS sample preparation workflowsFamiliarity with proteomics and immunoanalytical techniquesExposure to Parallel Reaction Monitoring (PRM) is a plusComfortable operating lab equipment and following complex protocolsExcellent data organization and communication skills Hands-on role in protein mass spectrometry, supporting innovative research in pharmacokinetics and metabolism.Emphasize LC-MS sample prep as the core skillcandidates with strong experience here are highly valued.PRM and proteomics are preferred but trainableencourage candidates with LC-MS and immunoassay backgrounds to apply.Designed for BS/MS-level scientistsa great opportunity for those who want to stay hands-on in the lab and deepen their expertise.Not a postdoc or academic transition roleideal for industry-minded professionals.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 Andover,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 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.

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