RESEARCH ASSOCIATE

PURPOSE: To provide technical support to the biopharmaceutical discovery laboratory. Incumbents have responsibility for research experiments and data integrity, as assigned by management. Incumbents must be able to design and implement an experiment based on an overall description of the intended outcome. RELATIONSHIPS:Reports to the Department Head. Internal relationships include on-site research scientists. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:• In close collaboration with the research scientist, design and perform laboratory research experiments. • Perform in vivo research to support multiple drug discovery efforts.• Identify the correct methods and perform manual calculations for sample preparation.• Provide responsible and skilled technical assistance in support of the research projects.• Complete assignments requiring a good knowledge of techniques and practices related to the research area. • Ensure data integrity of NNIRC. Conduct data collection, interpretation and ensure proper documentation of experimental data. Maintain laboratory notebooks.• Achieve business goals, share learnings, knowledge and skills and promote cross-functional teamwork.• Manage site inventory. Order laboratory supplies and equipment. Maintain the laboratories and perform other job related duties as assigned. KEY SUCCESS FACTORS: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS• BS with 2 years of relevant experience from basic research or the pharmaceutical industry required. Qualified incumbents could also be entry level MS graduates. • Experience working with technical methods utilized in autoimmunity and inflammation research, including cell-based assays, blood cell isolation and analysis methods, ELISA techniques, protein cloning, expression, purification and characterization techniques and standard molecular and cell biology procedures preferred. • Experience working with human and animal blood and tissues and proper handling of biomaterials required.• Computer proficiency and the ability/interest to learn new software programs required.• Excellent skills in collecting data and accurately maintaining laboratory notebooks required. • Strong technical skills.• Flexibility and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.OTHER:• Works within Novo Nordisk’s established policies and procedures and ensures alignment of their work to Novo Nordisk fundamentals.• Embraces Novo Nordisk Values in spirit and actions.• Approximately 5% overnight travel • Ability to work flexible hours and overtime. job information Job Title RESEARCH ASSOCIATE Location: Seattle Status: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Biotech/R&D/Science contact information Reference Code: 1240BR Click here to experience Novo Nordisk, its culture and its values Length: 3:03 min Novo Nordisk is an Equal Opportunity Employer