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Research Associate

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In-Office
Carpinteria, CA, USA
74K-116K Annually
Junior
In-Office
Carpinteria, CA, USA
74K-116K Annually
Junior
The role involves supporting clinical trials, developing companion diagnostic assays, conducting experiments, analyzing data, and collaborating with teams in a regulated environment.
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Job Description

Agilent's Companion Diagnostics Business (CDx) partners closely with leading pharmaceuticalcompanies to develop, manufacture and commercialize in vitro diagnostic devices, which are a critical part of precision medicine. The CDx business serves to support the development of targeted cancer therapies. See http://www.agilent.com/en-us/dako-products for details.

Be a part of the future of Precision Medicine! Our mission is to improve the human condition by bringing the power of precision medicine to labs, partners and patients globally.

Want to build a career in a dynamic, results-focused environment? Join the team that's providing technical design support for R&D products, recommends changes and formulates techniques that enhance design for performance. Here, you'll work on technical design support assignments and provide solutions, learning continuously through ongoing training and on-the-job experience.

We are looking for a hardworking and dedicated representative level research associate to join our CDx Research and Development Department. You will provide research support to develop accurate, robust, and precise assays. Your challenge will be to create value for Agilent through innovative ideas that either create new businesses or enhance existing ones. You will work in a cross-functional team dedicated to the design and development of CDx assays in a highly regulated environment and perform the following activities:

Responsibilities include:

  • Working in a cross-functional team that supports clinical trials testing new targeted anti-cancer drugs, by developing tailored companion diagnostic assays.

  • Performing project-related research and/or development in collaboration with others to develop immunohistochemistry assays, in situ hybridization assays, and possibly molecular biology-based assays.

  • Assisting in defining and designing the optimal development path for each product within our workflow.

  • Leading development projects, as applicable, requiring coordination with other functions or suppliers.

  • Carrying out technical design tasks which require use of planning and judgment.

  • Solving technical design problems.

  • Understanding and implementing our quality management system framework. Quality is our passion.

  • Writing scientific protocols and reports.

  • Carrying out experiments including planning, execution, quantitative data analysis and reporting.

  • Making detailed observations, analyzing data and interpreting results.

  • May participate in scientific conferences and contribute to scientific journals.

  • Ensuring success through collaboration with your team.

This position is Hybrid requiring at least 3 on-site days per week, with additional on-site days as needed based on company needs.

Qualifications
  • BS/BA or MA in Biology, Biochemistry or related field

  • Ability to follow Quality System regulations including Design Control

  • Experience with immunohistochemistry and microscopy

  • 2+ years of related laboratory experience

  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills

  • Detail-oriented and organizational skills

  • Analytical skills and creativity

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office

  • Demonstration of excellent verbal and written communication

  • Ability to work both independently and within a team setting

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Background in biology techniques including immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, fluorescent techniques, protein biochemistry; cell biology and molecular biology

  • Background in one or more of the following: tumor biology, immunology, and histology

  • Experience with assay/protocol development

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least June 3, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $73,958.00 - $115,560.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email [email protected] or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.Travel Required: OccasionalShift: DayDuration: No End DateJob Function: R&D

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