Research Associate I (Scientific)

Immediate need for a talented Research Associate I (Scientific). This is a 12+months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Waltham, MA (Onsite). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.Job ID:26-14396Pay Range: $30 - $41/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).Key Responsibilities:Manager Notes:Local candidates onlyPossibility of an extensionFree parking onsiteCandidates with strong experience are welcome, Scientists with more than the minimum years of required experience with bachelor's and master's degree welcomed.Key Requirements and Technology Experience:Key Skills; PCRRestriction digestionCloningGibson AssemblyAgarose gel electrophoresisBacterial transformationBachelor's degree 3+ years of experienceMaster's degree 2 + years of experienceStrong verbal communication skills, including presenting results in team/group meetingsHighly motivated, detail-oriented, and a fast learnerFamiliarity with Benchling electronic lab notebook (preferred)Ability to independently design, execute, and interpret experimentsMust be able to clearly follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) on a daily basis to carry out the work that is listed below.High-throughput PCRHigh-throughput cloningHigh-throughput analyticsPreferred, fluent with molecular biology and microbiology techniques such as PCR, restriction digestion, cloning, Gibson Assembly, agarose gel electrophoresis, bacterial transformationFamiliar with Benchling electronic notebook is preferredProvide oral presentation in group meetings as neededMust be able to carry out experiments and interpret data independentlyStrong communication skillsMust be a fast learnerYears of Experience: Minimum 2-3 Years of experience depending on level of educationBachelor's degree 3+ years of experienceMaster's degree 2 + years of experienceOur client is a leading Pharmaceutical Industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.Pyramid Consulting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.By applying to our jobs you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Pyramid Consulting, Inc. and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here

Created: 2026-05-11