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Research Associate

Company

Actalent

Location

Carlsbad, CA

Posted

July 11, 2026

Position Overview

Job Title: Research Associate
Job Description
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Associate to join our team specializing in molecular diagnostics and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) product development. This is an excellent opportunity for a new graduate with a foundational understanding of molecular biology to gain hands-on lab experience and contribute to innovative projects in a cutting-edge environment.
Responsibilities

+ Perform bacterial culturing and plating to grow bacteria.

+ Utilize UV-Vis spectrophotometry to monitor and measure microbial growth.

+ Execute repetitive tasks with precision and accuracy.

+ Work with blood samples, adhering to safety protocols in a BSL-2 facility.

+ Design and implement experiments to develop and optimize assays both on the bench and within consumable devices.

+ Take detailed notes and follow good documentation practices.

+ Summarize and communicate experiment...

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