Research Associate - Pharma
Company: ATR International
Location: Oceanside
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Research Associate -
III Type: Contract - 18 months Pay: $38.00-$45.00/hr Day Shift:
Mon-Fri (8am-5pm, 8:30am-5pm Location: 4010 Ocean Ranch Blvd,
Oceanside, CA We are seeking a Research Associate - III for a very
important client. Overall Role: Support in-house sample analysis,
functional characterization and assay development activities.
Perform routine sample analysis supporting comparability and
formulation robustness studies, participate in cell-based assay
development, optimization, and qualification. Essential Duties:
Perform cell-based reporter assay and flow cytometry analysis to
support late-stage biologics projects. Plan and execute assigned
experiments that support assay development activities and project
goals. Proactively seek out senior personnel to discuss potential
solutions to problems. Participate in group meetings to share test
results. Demonstrate ability to recognize anomalous and
inconsistent results and interpret experimental outcomes. Develop
skills in data analysis and ability to evaluate quality of data.
Operate scientific equipment, selects appropriate methods and
techniques to perform experiments, and prepare related reports.
Plan and organize details of experiments with guidance. Basic
understanding of cell-based methods. Experience with cell-based
assays and flow cytometry analysis and perform routine maintenance
of these instruments. Develop flow cytometry, flow imaging assays,
and explore new technologies and methodology for viral vector
characterization and help develop a robust process for vector
production. Responsible for data analysis using Softmax pro
software and graphic display of data using Excel and Power Point
presentation formats. Demonstrate good verbal communication skills
and interpersonal skills to provide insight into the processes used
to achieve results of assigned tasks. Be able to work in a
fast-paced and highly collaborative working environment. The ideal
candidate must posses the following qualifications: Must have
requirements/skills: • Experience with performing cell culture •
Experience working with biologics (proteins, fusion proteins, mAbs)
• Experience with analytical methods such as ELISA, cell binding
assay, or reporter assay Nice to Have Requirements/Skills: •
Experience working with antibody drug conjugate (ADC) • Experience
working with pseudovirus generation or virus neutralization assay •
Good presentation and documentation (electronic note book-ELN,
testing methods, etc.) Education & Experience Requirements: BS or
MS degree in a relevant scientific discipline (please no Phd
candidates) Minimum 3 years experience Benefits include: -MEC/ACP
Medical -Voluntary Dental, Vision, Life, Supplemental Income -401k
(must meet requirements) -sick leave as required by
state/county
Keywords: ATR International, Corona , Research Associate - Pharma, Science, Research & Development , Oceanside, California
