Research Associate Jobs in Lawrence Township, NJ

A Research Associate in the biotechnology industry plays a crucial role in investigating, analyzing, and interpreting data associated with biological, chemical, and physical experiments. They typically work in a team to design and implement experiments, help develop new products or procedures, and quality control. Their tasks may include carrying out laboratory procedures, documenting results, and presenting research findings. Additionally, they may also be tasked to supervise junior staff and ensure compliance with safety standards and protocols.

To excel in this role, a Research Associate should possess a strong understanding of laboratory procedures, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and proficiency in using diverse scientific software and equipment. They should hold a degree in Biotechnology or a related field, while a Master's degree or Ph.D. may be preferred for some positions. Certifications such as Certified Laboratory Technician (CLT) or Certified Biomedical Auditor (CBA) can also be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Research Associate, an individual could have roles such as Laboratory Technician, Research Assistant, or even Quality Control Analyst.

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Graduate Research Assistant - Temporary

  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Conduct computational biology research Participate in lab meetings Prepare paper for publication Qualifications PhD in Computer Science Prior research experience in computational biology...

Postdoctoral Research Associate

  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Application for Postdoctoral Research Associate The Department of Molecular Biology at Princeton University currently has research positions available at the postdoctoral and more senior research levels...

Temporary Research Assistant Per Diem (2) Positions

  • New Brunswick, NJ (20 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (20 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Rutgers School of Health Professions ( SHP ) is seeking Temporary Research Assistants to work in the Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Counseling Professions department. The Temporary Research...

Research Assistant

  • New Brunswick, NJ (20 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (20 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Posting TitleResearch Assistant Posting Number25TM0284 DepartmentCenter for State Health Policy Overview Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and...

Temporary Research Assistant Per Diem (2) Positions Rutgers University

  • New Brunswick, NJ (20 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (20 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Position Summary: Rutgers School of Health Professions ( SHP ) is seeking Temporary Research Assistants to work in the Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Counseling Professions department. The...

Research Specialist Princeton University

  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

-Optimally, the candidate has demonstrated experience with molecular biology and laboratory rodent handling and tissue culture....

Research Specialist I (Lab) Princeton University

  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Enthusiasm to learn is essential. - experience handling mice and some basic molecular biology experience....

Postdoctoral Research Associate Princeton University

  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Position: Postdoctoral Research Associate Description: The Ghanim lab is seeking a postdoctoral candidate or more senior researcher to study macromolecular complexes involved in LINE-1 retrotransposition...

Senior Research Specialist Princeton University

  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

biology laboratory setting....

Research Specialist I (Lab)

  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Enthusiasm to learn is essential. - experience handling mice and some basic molecular biology experience....

Research Specialist

  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Optimally, the candidate has demonstrated experience with molecular biology and laboratory rodent handling and tissue culture....

Senior Research Specialist

  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (7 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

biology laboratory setting....

Temporary Research Assistant (2) Vacancies

  • Piscataway, NJ (22 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Piscataway, NJ (22 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Posting TitleTemporary Research Assistant (2) Vacancies Job CategoryStaff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) DepartmentSHP-Health Informatics Overview New Jersey's academic health...

Research Associate II (Epidemiology & Health Outcomes)

  • New Brunswick, NJ (20 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (20 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Research Associate II (Epidemiology & Health Outcomes) Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department...

Research Associate II - Microbial Fermentation & Recovery Development

  • Morrisville, PA (7 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Morrisville, PA (7 miles from Lawrence Township, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

We're here to better our world with biology. Join us as our new Research Associate! Are you ready to contribute to the development of new biosolutions?...

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Salary for Research Associate Jobs in Lawrence Township, NJ

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireBiotechnology research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Research Associates in Lawrence Township, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.0%
Master's Degree
27.8%
Doctorate Degree
22.6%
Associate's Degree
2.3%
High School or GED
1.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Research Associates in Lawrence Township, NJ
2-4 years
31.0%
10+ years
29.8%
6-8 years
21.5%
4-6 years
17.7%



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