Job Title: Research Associate IIJob Description Play a key role in performing technical laboratory processes, including training on existing assays and clinical testing-related activities as per schedule and under manager discretion in a GxP/GLP environment. You will perform assays with high sample throughput, record all data in specified formats (including electronic), and maintain a lab notebook. Additionally, you will be responsible for activities related to the optimization and qualification of assays, and assist the Laboratory Lead or above to analyze and interpret clinical and/or experimental data. You must ensure that corporate, quality, regulatory, and safety procedures/requirements are being observed and followed at all times. You will maintain accurate inventories and inform lab support for ordering supplies, and be responsible for facility housekeeping according to regulations. You will also draft SOPs, write reports, and present data in various formats. Hard Skills + Cell Culture + GLP + Immunoassay + Performing COVID assays + ELISA + Cell-based assays + Assay development and qualification + Generating high throughput clinical data + Influenza Microneutralization (MN) assay + Validated Hemagglutination Inhibition Assay (HAI) Job Type This is a contract position with a duration of 9 Month(s). Work Site This is a fully on-site position in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Work Environment Lab, and office 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.