Research Associate, Research Scientist

Position: Research Associate I
We are looking for a R&D technician to join and grow within the ‘Assay Development’ team of the ‘Food Molecular Diagnostic Franchise’ from the ‘Industrial Applications’ department. The technician will report to the ‘Assay Development’ team manager within an international team of 13 co-workers. Position is based in Philadelphia, PA (USA).
Position primary assignment will be to contribute to the development of innovative molecular assays reinforcing the GENE-UP range, notably under the XPRO program through the planification, execution, and analysis of experiments for one or several subjects, following high organizational and quality standards of product development process.

Primary Duties
Participate in the preparation of experimental protocols and carry out biological experiments
Prioritize, plan, and organize activities for one or several subjects in collaboration with scientists within the team
Consolidate data, analyze results, establish clear conclusions and propose follow-up experiments in line with the project purpose
Leverage technical knowledge to contribute to resolution of complex problems
Carry out the technical knowledge transfer to other connected departments (Manufacturing, Quality Control, Field application specialists)
Contribute to project documentation, notably by the drafting of technical reports or briefs, and present the results in form of oral presentations.
Ensure the proper functioning of laboratories through equipment management and actions implementation for continuous improvement.

Education
High School diploma, GED or equivalent required.
Bachelor's Degree in microbiology or biochemistry fields preferred

Experience
2+ years of related experience as a research associate or performing similar activities in an industry-based role required    Previous experience within diagnostics industry preferred.
Previous experience as a technician in molecular biology and/or microbiology preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Functional skills including critical thinking, adaptability, time management, communication, problem-solving and digital literacy.
Technical learning aptitude to quickly understand and acquire new technical knowledge and skills.
Flexibility, being highly adaptable and resilient to thrive in a dynamic work environment.
Manage and meet competing deadlines, requiring careful prioritization and time management to ensure all tasks are completed on time.
Detail orientation to complete tasks without errors and produce high-quality work.
Learning agility to be able to learn from experiences and apply that knowledge to new
Perspective to see the world from another person's viewpoint thus gaining new insights and finding creative solutions to challenges.
Thriving in a fast-paced environment by managing tasks, multitasking, and adapting quickly to maintain productivity.
Organizing work and resources efficiently to ensure smooth operations
Planning objectives and strategies to achieve them within a set timeline
Practicing time management to allocate tasks, balance priorities, and meet deadlines efficiently
Informing others by sharing clear, timely information to ensure alignment.
Troubleshooting issues to identify and resolve problems efficiently
Demonstrates assertiveness and confidence in the face of a challenge
Communicates instructions clearly and effectively
Solution oriented in the face of conflict
Ability to deal with difficult situations in a timely and bold manner
Perseverance:
Demonstrates perseverance and a focus on outcomes
Action Oriented:
Takes action even when facing challenges
Cross-department knowledge about the roles, responsibilities, goals, and processes of different departments within an organization
Ability to work cross-functionally allowing for better collaboration and communication when working across teams to achieve shared objectives
Effective Presentation Skills - including the ability to present technical data
Written Communications - including the ability to communicate technical data in written form
Effective verbal communication skills
Easily accessible and open to communication
Build and maintain positive, productive interactions with colleagues
Reach mutually beneficial…