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Yoh Life Sciences is hiring for a Research Associate (RA) in Longmont, Colorado.   You will be assigned to one or more research projects to support the technology transfer of lateral flow immunoassays (LFA) for diagnostic and analytical applications. The successful candidate will play a hands-on role in reagent preparation, experimental execution, and conducting standardized laboratory procedures under established protocols. The Research Associate will contribute to the manufacturing transition of analytical methods and diagnostic assay products in accordance with USDA policies, and involve substantial collaboration between interdisciplinary teams.
Location: Longmont, CO
Pay: $25/hr
Shift: M-F 8-4:30
Duties:

• Prepare and characterize assay reagents, including antibodies, antigens, conjugates (e.g., gold nanoparticles, latex beads), and buffers
• Assemble and test lateral flow prototypes, including membrane selection, striping, blocking, cutting, and housing
• Perform analytical testing (sensitivity, specificity, reproducibility, stability, and robustness studies)
• Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory notebooks and electronic records, prepare technical reports, training materials, and technical guidance for internal stakeholders  
• Support recordkeeping and documentation in compliance with USDA and federal requirements
• Collaborate cross-functionally with assay development, process engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams
• Assist in equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting
• Support method validation and verification activities as required
• Support technical transfer experiments onto automated manufacturing equipment for both existing and new veterinary diagnostic products.

Qualifications:
Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences field (Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or similar degree program); 0-2 years’ experience in biotechnology industry or laboratory setting preferred.
• Hands-on laboratory experience (academic, government, or industry) performing biological or biochemical assays
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and experimental rigor
• Experience working in Biosafety level 1 laboratory.

Preferred:

• Experience in immunoassays, lateral flow assays, ELISA, or related techniques
• Familiarity with diagnostic assay development and/or analytical method validation.
• Experience working in regulated environments (Quality Systems, ISO 9001:2015).

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Estimated Min Rate: $25.00
Estimated Max Rate: $25.00
What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

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