Research Associate

Job Purpose

As a Research Associate, you will play a key role in supporting bioanalytical projects by performing routine analyses, maintaining laboratory instruments, and ensuring full compliance with GLP, GCP, GMP, and SOP standards. You’ll contribute to high-quality data generation, prepare project documentation, and manage consumables to keep studies running smoothly. Acting as a study-specific analyst, you’ll support method documentation, write and review SOPs, and provide training where needed. This role offers the opportunity to work in a regulated environment, grow technical expertise, and make a meaningful impact on advancing healthcare research.

Main Areas of Responsibility

• Perform bioanalytical methods in line with GLP, GCP, GMP, and SOPs.


• Perform routine analyses and document all work according to GxP and SOP standards.


• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments & environment as per SOPs.


• Prepare project-related documentation, including lab manuals and reports.


• Write and review SOPs and support method documentation.


• Manage consumables, monitor stock levels, and maintain LIMS records.


• Act as Study specific analyst on assigned projects.


• Training of personnel within area of responsibility when needed.


• Record tasks and time accurately in time logging application.

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

• Relevant scientific qualification (e.g., BSc in Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Vocational Qualification in Laboratory Technology) or equivalent industry experience


• Willingness to learn GxP quality standards
  


• Accurate record-keeping and documentation skills in Finnish and ability to follow analysis instructions in English. 

Desirable:

• Good knowledge of bioanalytical methods and understanding of laboratory SOPs, workflows, and computerized systems.


• Hands-on experience with standard lab techniques, e.g. microplate-based immunoassays, and equipment.


• Able to work independently and persistently, with strong teamwork capability
  

PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR CV/RESUME IS SUBMITTED IN ENGLISH.