Research Associate I

San Diego, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Title: Research Associate I

Location: Willow Court San Diego CA 92127

Start Date: 03/09/2026 to End Date:03/12/2027

Schedule: M/F 8:00am - 4:30pm (with occasional work outside of these hours)

Summary:

Research Associate I is responsible for designing and performing experiments while collaborating and communicating effectively.

Primary Responsibilities for the Role:

Performs minimally complex experiments with input from supervisor.
Understands experimental goals and may provide input to the experimental design.
Analyzes data from individual experiments with input from supervisor and documents work in laboratory notebook or report.
Able to summarize a group of experiments.
Effectively communicates with peers and supervisors.
May present data in group meetings.
Prepares reagents and panels.

Additional Responsibilities:

Participates in lab maintenance activities.
Maintains training log.
Ensures proper transportation handling and disposal of hazardous bio-hazardous and/or infectious substances.
Operates and calibrates all general lab equipment.
With instruction from supervisor may write study protocols and reports to support part of the project.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Good knowledge of GLP.
Working knowledge of laboratory safety and record keeping.
Strong mathematics skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Microsoft Office Suite: PowerPoint Excel Word.

Education:

B.A./B.S. Molecular Biology Chemistry Biochemistry or related field

Experience:

0 - 2 years post-baccalaureate laboratory experience in academia or industry

M.S. without thesis Equivalency:

Depending on the area of assignment directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competences may be considered in place of the state requirements.

Example: if a job Level typically requires an Associates Degree plus 2 years of experience an equivalent could be included 4 years of experience or a Bachelors Degree.

Occupational Demands:

Work is performed in both a lab and an office environment. Frequently sits for 4-6 hours per day. Occasionally walks. Occasionally bends and twists neck. Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects with a maximum lift of 50lbs. Some occasional travel within the United States. Able to communicate complex information and ideas so others will understand; ability to listen and understand instruction. Ability to apply abstract principles to solve complex conceptual issues.

Title: Research Associate I Location: Willow Court San Diego CA 92127 Start Date: 03/09/2026 to End Date:03/12/2027 Schedule: M/F 8:00am - 4:30pm (with occasional work outside of these hours) Summary: Research Associate I is responsible for designing and performing experiments while collaboratin...