Research Associate

Please only apply if you are located in the Southern California area.

Competitive salary, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off are available for this position.

Silver Lake Research develops and manufactures lateral flow assays, immunoassays, and in vitro diagnostics and is expanding its Research & Development team. We are currently seeking a motivated and energetic Research Associate to work on MAb and product development projects. This Research Associate position will specialize in the design and development of new immunoassays for a wide variety of applications, ranging from human diagnostics, to veterinary diagnostics, to confidential test development projects for governmental agencies. We desire a creative and flexible Research Associate capable of inventive problem solving, who is able to immediately work efficiently on a team of other Research Associates reporting to a Senior Scientist.

Major Responsibilities:

• Design and development of new LFA tests and other immunoassays.

• Communication and collaboration with other SLRC teams and customers.
• Continuous reporting of scientific progress to Senior Scientists and the Director of R&D.

Ideal Qualifications:

• Solid background in the theory and practice of immunoassay techniques.

• Experience in immunoassays / immunology / microbiology.
• Experience with antibody / protein purification and modification preferred.
• Strong organizational, record-keeping, and lab management skills.

• Computer literacy and strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently with minimal direction.