Analytical Associate

Job Description: The Analytical Operations Associate will support the Analytical Operations (AO) team in the execution of characterization testing. This is a hands-on, laboratory-based position located in South San Francisco. Primary Responsibilities: • Execute assays within the AO portfolio (ddPCR, ELISA, Agarose Gel Electrophoresis, and others) per AO procedures • Prepare controls for assays and use JMP to set ranges • Complete entry reports in Benchling following ALCOA+ • Support the AO team with development experiments, as needed • Participate in managing lab samples and consumables • Accurately document assay results and analyze data • Additional duties as assigned Required Education & Skills: • Relevant Science or Engineering discipline with 0–2 years of biopharmaceutical industry experience • Successful in operating independently and as part of a team • Basic use of Excel functions • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Good documentation, data organization, and attention to detail May Have / Preferred • Prior experience with ELISA and/or ddPCR • Basic understanding of statistics • Prior experience with JMP • Experience in an ALCOA+ environment • Prior experience with Benchling or an equivalent electronic lab notebook • Prior AAV gene therapy analytical assay experience