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Research Associate
Category: Life Science
Employment Type: Contract To Hire
Reference: BH-388202
Yoh Life Sciences
is hiring for a Research Associate
in San Diego. You will be part of an excelling biotechnology company pioneering drug development to repair damage and degeneration to the brain, spinal cord and beyond. In this position you will learn and grow on a career path to becoming a Research Associate II dedicated to solving challenging neurological conditions, including multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury and Alzheimer’s disease.
Position:
Research Associate
Duration:
Temp to permanent
Rate: $25 - 27/hr DOE
Location:
San Diego
Shift:
Mon. - Fri. 9-5pm
- Conduct tissue culture experiments using iPSCs and neuronal models, including cell line maintenance, media formulation, and differentiation protocols.
- Perform molecular biology techniques specific to iPSCs and neuronal models, such as iPSC reprogramming, neural differentiation, gene expression analysis, PCR, Western blotting, and DNA sequencing.
- Assist in the design and optimization of experiments related to iPSCs and neuronal models, including protocol development, troubleshooting, and data analysis.
- Assist with routine lab management duties including medium preparation, equipment maintenance, and inventory tracking
- Collaborate with senior scientists to ensure project milestones are met on schedule
Qualifications:
- Associates Degree in sciences (or related field) or HS/GED. Bachelors degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field preferred.
- 2+ years of related experience
- Experience with mammalian cells and aseptic cell culture
Estimated Min Rate: $18.90
Estimated Max Rate: $27.00
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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
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.
For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.
Posted on 08-21-2025
Research Associate
Life Science
Contract To Hire