Associate Scientist- R&D 4x10's Wed-Sat

Elephas • Madison, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Elephas, a Madison, WI-based biotechnology start-up company, is seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist to join our team. Responsibilities will scale with experience and educational level. Applicants should be comfortable in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment. The successful candidate will be a highly detailed and clear communicator who will contribute to the development, optimization, and validation of Elephas’ cancer diagnostics platform.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in lab technology, instrumentation, biology or related field is preferred but not required, if relevant work experience is applicable
• Familiarity with laboratory instruments and production equipment
• Experience in safe tissue handling methods

Responsibilities

• Handle live biological specimens safely and free from contamination in tissue culture
• Process live and fixed biological specimens
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment
• Communicate with various stakeholders regarding instrument performance and process bottlenecks
• Adhere to all safety protocols
• Keep accurate and timely records in electronic laboratory notebooks
• Perform operations to meet quality expectations in a regulated environment
• General lab maintenance as needed

Benefits

• paid time off
• health insurance
• life insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• a 401(k) plan
• stock options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level