Research Associate Job Listing at Kelly Services in Chesterfield, MO (Job ID 9422090)

Description

Kelly is hiring for a Research Associate position with one of our clients in Chesterfield, MO.
 

• Full time- W2
• Shift: Monday- Friday Night Shift (approx. 2pm-10pm)
• 6 months contract (May be extended or converted)
• $26/hr

Job Description:
This position is in the Production Genotyping lab. The candidate will be working collaboratively with a large production team to deliver daily and weekly genotyping targets under tight deadlines. The candidate will primarily be responsible for operating manual and automated lab processes in a library creation lab. The role may also include additional various tasks in sample prep, sequencing, qPCR, general lab stocking and supply upkeep.

•  Performs laboratory technical tasks.
• Responsible for the care and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Will be required to offer assistance in the operation of the equipment and the gathering of data.
• Assists with receipt and inspection of raw materials, ordering and stocking

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in related field required.
• 1-2 years experience
• Demonstrate reliability: This is a business-critical position to keep our lab running 7 days a week across multiple shifts. The candidate must be a reliable presence on this shift. Position may require flexible or off shift hours during peak times.
• High Throughput/production/sample management: Our lab processes 4+ million samples per year with fast turn-around times. Any experience handling a large number of samples daily (lab, etc), or in a fast-paced environment (retail, food service, etc) is a plus. Experience with LIMS is a plus.
• Automation/mechanical aptitude: The candidate must be comfortable running and troubleshooting automation independently with little guidance on this shift. Biologists with engineering/technical aptitudes are encouraged to apply.
• Attention to detail, strong work ethic, sense of urgency, excellent communication skills, good organizational skills, ability to make decisions independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Intermediate skills in Office Applications such as Word, PowerPoint, Outlook; Advanced/Proficient skills in Excel.

 
Important information: This position is recruited for by a remote Kelly office, not your local Kelly branch.  Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the United States. Please apply online to be considered for the position.
 
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. That's why we're proud to offer a complete array of voluntary benefits to members of the Kelly talent community.
 
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