Research Associate III (Immunoassay) needed for a contract opportunity with Yoh Scientific’s client located in Emeryville, CA.

This position is for a major pharmaceutical company, and the ideal candidate would have a bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or related scientific field; Ph.D. preferred, with minimum 5 years of experience in molecular biology and biochemistry techniques.

Shift: Monday – Friday, 1st shift.
Responsibilities

• You will be utilizing a variety of molecular biology techniques in a research capacity, including restriction enzyme digestion, ligation and transformation in bacteria, small-scale and large-scale protein preparations, preparation of competent yeast/bacteria, transformation of yeast/bacteria, and preparation of frozen seedstocks.
• Setting up bacterial or yeast cultures, extracting recombinant protein from the transformed cells using glass bead lysis or microfluidizer.
• Protein biochemical analysis by Western Blot, SDS-PAGE, SEC-MALS, DLS, etc.
• Protein purification via different chromatography methods (IEX, IMAC, SEC, HIC, etc.)
• Propose and execute on scientific methods for issue resolution related to microbial expression experiments.
• Independently execute on experiments with minimal direction.
• Other lab related duties including detailed, accurate record keeping, maintaining lab equipment and laboratory supplies, and working with glassware support staff.

 
Qualifications

• Significant working knowledge of protein purification, protein quantification End Point assays (Bradford/BCA/Lowry),
• Strong technical laboratory, protein analytical, and microbial expression skills
• Strong presentation skills and able to articulate findings to various levels to management.
• Excellent knowledge of MS-Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or related scientific field; Ph.D. preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in molecular biology and biochemistry techniques.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in a pharmaceutical, HealthCare or diagnostics research position.

Opportunity is Calling,  Apply Now!
Contract: 6-month contract with potential for extension and/or conversion.
Pay rate: $65 - $72 per hour depending on experience, W2.
Recruiter:  Ery Baniqued
What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of one of the largest global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401K Retirement Saving Plan
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Direct Deposit & weekly ePayroll
• Employee Discount Programs
• Referral Bonus Programs

 
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Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is 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, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities  to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.

Founded in 1940, Yoh operates from 75 locations throughout North America and is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Yoh was the nation’s first technology staffing firm. As a business unit of Day & Zimmermann, Yoh has a flourishing global footprint, as our parent company operates from more than 150 worldwide locations.
Company Website: https://www.yoh.com/