HD Biosciences, Inc. (San Diego), a WuXi AppTec Company, is expanding its Biomarker analysis department. We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Research Associate II to help advance HD Biosciences’ Discovery Biomarker team to complete client-based projects and experiments. Responsibilities include

● Work as a member of an integrated project team in a highly collaborative work environment.
● Run ligand-binding assays including ELISA and MSD.
● Perform protein detection assays such as Western Blot and/or JESS.
● Perform nucleic acid extractions following vendor kits, RNA extraction experience preferred.
● Maintain multiple primary cultures and cell lines.
● Perform flow cytometry experiments with minimal supervision.
● Contribute to assay development involving analysis of ex-vivo samples, including but not limited to animal whole blood, serum, plasma, tissue, and tumors.
● Contribute to data analysis and data package preparation for clients
● Willing to learn and operate high throughput automated systems, including liquid handlers and plate-readers
● Day-to-day coordination of laboratory reagents and maintenance of key equipment.
● Document all scientific work in electronic lab notebooks; follow established HD Biosciences standard operating procedures on data documentation and notebooks.
● Works on routine assignments per written procedures, where ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is required.
● Receive minimal instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new assignments.
● Work under close supervision from supervisor or senior personnel.
● Ability to work in a team environment and independently as required
● May be required to work holidays and weekends
● Contributes to the overall operations and to the achievement of departmental goals
● Perform job specific tasks in compliance with applicable Regulations, International Standards, and WuXi AppTec Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
● Other duties as assigned
● May be required to assist in other departments

● 2-3 years of relevant experience or equivalent.
● Bachelors in Life Sciences or related field.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
● Proficient in Oral & Written communication skills
● Need to be able to read, write and understand English
● Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational and record-keeping skills.
● Demonstrate a high level of initiative in troubleshooting experiments and performing data analysis.
● Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, Word, Outlook)

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position.  Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by Management.