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Stratacuity: Proven Scientific Placement

Sr. Research Associate - Bioanalytical

On site

Cambridge, United states

$ 55 /hour

Junior

Freelance

21-01-2026

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Research

Job Specifications

Sr. Research Associate - Bioanalytical

Our Cambridge based client is seeking an experienced research associate specializing in in vitro, biochemical, and cell‑based assay execution to support early‑stage therapeutic discovery. Skilled in plate‑based workflows (ELISA, RT‑qPCR, MSD, luminescent/colorimetric assays) and analysis of RNA/protein from animal tissues.

Core Responsibilities

Perform RNA/protein isolation and analyze samples using qPCR, ELISA, MSD, Western blot, and related platforms.
Design, execute, and troubleshoot biochemical and cell‑based assays.
Prepare clear data summaries, presentations, and maintain accurate ELN documentation.
Collaborate across scientific teams to deliver high‑quality, timely experimental data.
Support lab operations, including equipment maintenance and reagent preparation.
Maintain compliance with safety and operational standards.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a biological or biochemical discipline.
3+ years of laboratory experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical company required.
Hands‑on experience with animal tissues and aseptic technique.
Strong documentation, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and GraphPad Prism.
Adaptable, detail‑oriented, and effective in fast‑paced team environments.

Preferred

Assay development experience.
Familiarity with 96‑/384‑well plate formats.
Animal handling (dosing, blood/tissue collection) is a plus.

About the Company

Stratacuity provides contract and permanent placement, managed services and payroll to top Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical companies. We do it with specific expertise from Discovery to Manufacturing, handling a wide range of scientific skill sets to find your needle-in-the-haystack talent. Stratacuity understands that when companies hire better people the chances of new life-saving therapeutics being discovered and approved increase exponentially. Today, there are many firms handling biotech and pharmaceutical recruitin... Know more