Job Title: Research Associate Job Description Join our In vitro Cell Culture team, where you'll engage in chemistry lab work with a strong focus on biology. Your primary tasks will involve working with biological samples like plasma, blood, urine, and feces, both from animals and humans. The goal is to find trends in these samples through data analysis. You will support the in-life team by processing samples and running basic wet chemistry techniques. You will maintain and grow cell lines, operate Mass Spec, and conduct extractions. Responsibilities + Work with biological samples such as plasma, blood, urine, and feces. + Process samples from both animal and human sources. + Run basic wet chemistry techniques like pipetting, cell counting, and centrifuge. + Maintain and grow cell lines for assays. + Operate Mass Spec and perform extractions. + Handle studies from start to finish using cell lines, blood, or plasma. + Seed cells onto assay plates and harvest plates. + Run extractions and analytical techniques like plate reader, LC-MS, and radio reader compounds. Essential Skills + B.S. degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or related life science degree. + 3-4 years of experience running assays. + Proficiency in sterile technique. + Accurate pipetting skills. + Experience with Thermo QE Mass Spec. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Masters or Ph.D. in related life science degree is a plus. + In vitro DNPK experience is a plus. + PCR experience is a plus. + Scientific mindset with the ability to perform development work. + Experience with bioanalytical samples and wet chemistry. Work EnvironmentBusy lab environment within the Metabolism In-vitro team. The work involves close collaboration with the in-life team. While in-life can forecast their work 6+ months ahead, metabolism can only forecast 6-8 weeks ahead. The team is trying out hiring a contingent workforce to help with busy work.Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00 Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - 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 Dec 26, 2024. 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 (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.