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Research Associate II Cytology

Oro Valley, AZ 85755

Posted: 05/14/2026 Employment Type: Contract Industry: Research and Discovery Job Number: 12629 Pay Rate: $25.00 - $27.00 Remote Friendly: Onsite

Job Description

Our client develops, manufactures and supplies a wide array of innovative medical diagnostic products, services, tests, platforms and technologies.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Conduct research, development, and manufacturing laboratory experimentation to support internal projects. This involves designing, executing, and interpreting experiments and applying technical expertise toward project strategies. The role requires preparing technical reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative analyses, presenting results to the team, and maintaining complete, accurate laboratory documentation in compliance with company policies (e.g., GMP, GLP, Design Control).

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Design and execute experimental protocols with minimal supervision, including making observations and analyzing data.
  • Prepare and present technical reports, summaries, and quantitative analyses; maintain complete and accurate records.
  • Troubleshoot problems and institute corrective actions.
  • Work collaboratively in a team environment by providing creative solutions and input to project planning.
  • Contribute to process improvement suggestions and assist in identifying patentable inventions.
  • Train colleagues and monitor work to ensure quality and continuous adherence to the Quality First Time principle.
  • Exercise judgment in selecting appropriate methods and techniques for complex problems.

Job Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Education: Bachelor's Degree in Science.
  • Experience: 2-4 years of relevant post-college job experience.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in a range of specialized laboratory techniques, capable of searching scientific literature, and skilled with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
  • Soft Skills: Good communication, meticulous attention to detail, coachable, and a proven ability and desire to learn.
  • Preferred (Nice to Have): Experience handling cytology specimens and preparing cytology slides using the Hologic T2000 or the BD Totalys.

Meet Your Recruiter

Jay Hite
Recruiter, Account Manager

As a Recruiter at Compass, Jay enjoys meeting job seekers and helping them to find new and exciting opportunities. He enjoys the process of getting to know candidates and learning all about their experience and what their future goals are. Jay feels the excitement of his candidates and is passionate about helping to find a fit both culturally and professionally. 

When Jay isn’t working, he enjoys bike rides, trying out new foods, tequila tasting and watching movies.  

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