• Research Associate

    Actalent (Rockville, MD)


    Job Title: Research Associate Job Description

     

    The Research Associate/Associate Scientist will be an integral part of the Vivarium Operations / Animal Modeling team. The role involves performing a variety of assays, tests, and studies to support animal studies conducted in the Vivarium. The candidate will manage all aspects of mammalian cell culture, including media and buffer preparation, culture initiation, propagation, and cryopreservation of cells, including primary human cells from commercial and patient sources.

    Responsibilities

    + Prepare dosing formulations for in-vivo and in-vitro studies.

    + Assess target antigen expression by flow cytometry on various in-vitro and ex vivo samples.

    + Optimize and validate ELISA-based assays.

    + Support the development of new scientific methods and technologies for project advancement.

    + Report results to supervisor and share with the appropriate investigator.

    + Maintain detailed records of experimental data and protocols in laboratory notebooks in accordance with standard operating procedures.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in flow cytometry, animal modeling, and mammalian cell culture.

    + Experience with IVIS Imaging and multicolor flow cytometry.

    + Strong skills in animal handling, tissue culture, culture initiation, propagation, and cell cryopreservation.

    + Familiarity with injection techniques and ELISA.

    + Proficient in using GraphPad Prism.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science, Biology, or related science field.

    + Strong computer skills, including proficiency with basic data analysis programs such as Microsoft Office and GraphPad Prism.

    + Experience with small animal handling, injections, and IVIS imaging is preferred.

    Work Environment

    The work environment is a lab setting, fully onsite with office desk work days. The team is mid-sized, collaborative, and flexible, with no micromanagement. The position offers the opportunity to learn cell biology and some immunology in a cutting-edge research environment. The role operates on a 1st shift with a flexible start time between 8-9am, with no weekend or overtime expected.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Rockville, Maryland.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr.

     

    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 Rockville,MD.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 2025.

    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.

     

    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 due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.