Research Associate, Entry

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Organization Description

The Center of Excellence for Companion Diagnostics develops assays, which support the development of new cancer drugs within the field of precision medicine. See http://www.agilent.com/en-us/dako-products for details. Want to build a career in a dynamic, results-focused environment? Join the team that's providing technical design support for R&D products, recommends changes and formulates techniques that enhance design for performance. Here, you'll work on technical design support assignments and provide solutions, learning continuously through ongoing training and on-the-job experience.

Position Objectives

We are looking for a talented and dedicated Research Associate to join the CDx Group in our R&D Department. You will provide technical support to develop accurate, robust and precise assays. Your challenge will be to create value for Agilent through innovative ideas that either create new businesses or enhance existing ones. You will work in a cross-functional team on the following activities:

• Performs research and/or development in collaboration with others to develop immunohistochemistry (IHC), fluorescent in situ hybridization (FISH) assays based on new and existing methodologies.

• May conduct testing of analytical samples for the laboratory area.

• Conducts work in compliance with GMP (as required), safety and regulatory requirements.

• May provide analysis and evaluation of material and products at all stages of development process.

• Makes detailed observations, analyzes data and interprets results.

• Maintains high level of professional expertise through familiarity with scientific literature.

• Perform routine analysis using automated platforms and instrumentation

• Initially exposed to scientific protocol and report writing

• Developing professional skills to apply that knowledge in a business environment.

• Executes assignments with defined objectives in area of specialization.

• Exchanges knowledge and information within team/group; coordinates and plans activities with others.

• Has theoretical or technical knowledge typically acquired through higher education.

• Works on research associate assignments with clearly defined objectives

• Solves problems of limited scope and complexity

• Applies problem solving techniques to determine a course of action within area of responsibility.

• Receives general instructions on work and new assignments; work generally reviewed for accuracy.

• Applies knowledge to identify solutions to problems of a defined scope.

• Scope of responsibility and complexity of duties increasing over time with proficiency.

This hybrid position and the candidate will work a minimum of 60% onsite work at the Carpinteria, CA site.

• Bachelor's Degree or Higher, or equivalent in a scientific discipline.

• Generally, requires minimal to no prior relevant work experience.

• Prior experience working in a Laboratory environment preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks.

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