Job Title: Research Assistant

Job Description

Join our Discovery In Vitro Screening Team (DMPK) where you will engage in cutting-edge research in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This role involves working with biological samples and utilizing both biology and chemistry skills to process and analyze data from in vitro studies. The end product of your work will be critical data that helps identify trends in biological samples.

Responsibilities

• Work with biological samples such as plasma, blood, urine, and feces from both human and animal sources.
• Maintain and grow various cell lines to prepare for assays.
• Perform cell counting, sterile techniques, seeding cells onto assay plates, and harvesting plates.
• Conduct extractions and run stability assays, protein binding assays, and enzyme inhibition assays.
• Operate and maintain equipment such as Mass Spectrometry (Mass Spec) and Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS).
• Assist in life team processes by running basic wet chemistry techniques including pipetting, plate reader operations, liquid handlers, and centrifuge use.
• Handle animal study samples in test tubes, performing tasks from dosing to sample extraction and analysis.
• Manage a varied daily schedule that includes data analysis and running laboratory tests.

Essential Skills

• B.S. degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related Life Science field with 4-5 years of experience, or a Master's degree with 2-3 years of experience.
• Experience in mammalian cell culture, cloning or plasmid transfections, qPCR techniques, and working with various cell lines.
• Proficiency in sterile techniques and aseptic techniques.
• Experience with wet chemistry techniques, including Hamilton robotics, Mass Spec or LC-MS, UV-Vis plate readers, cell counters, pipetting, and liquid handlers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience running assays such as stability, protein binding, and enzyme inhibition.
• Industry or academic experience in either biology or chemistry.

Work Environment

You will be working in a busy lab environment within the Metabolism In-Vitro team. The lab operates in a non-GLP/non-regulated setting, handling high volumes of compounds for screening and analysis. The team collaborates closely with the in-life team, which allows for a dynamic and variable work schedule. The lab focuses on both discovery and development metabolism, offering a unique opportunity to be involved in the entire study process from start to finish. This is an excellent opportunity to gain comprehensive experience in a growing company, working on a wide range of biological and chemical assays.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $29.00

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Madison,WI.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 11, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $25 - $29