Sr. Associate

Job Title: Senior AssociateJob DescriptionWe are looking for a highly reliable and hands-on Senior Associate to support a protein engineering lab. This position is based in Thousand Oaks, California, and requires daily onsite work from Monday to Friday, approximately from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. This role involves significant laboratory work and supports protein discovery and engineering efforts. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team to contribute to binder generation and optimization projects, participating in experimental workflows that advance project milestones.ResponsibilitiesSupport protein engineering lab activities in Thousand Oaks.Perform foundational molecular biology tasks, including PCR, cloning, DNA assembly, and transformation techniques.Contribute to binder generation and optimization efforts within the Integrated Protein Discovery and Engineering group.Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team on display technologies in large molecule discovery.Execute and troubleshoot experimental workflows to support project milestones.Maintain strong documentation habits and data organization skills using Excel.Independently perform experiments after initial training.Essential SkillsBachelor's degree with 2 years of hands-on lab experience or a Master's degree with relevant lab experience.Degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field.Strong foundational experience in molecular biology, including PCR, cloning, DNA assembly, and transformation techniques.Experience working in a laboratory environment with strong documentation skills.Proficiency in Excel and data organization.Ability to independently execute experiments after minimal training.Strong communication and collaboration skills.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with microbial culture systems, including bacteria, yeast, and mammalian systems.Aseptic technique proficiency.Experience with display technologies such as yeast display and phage display.Flow cytometry (FACS) experience.Ability to troubleshoot experimental failures independently.Exposure to AI-assisted scientific workflows or analytical tools.Protein engineering experience.Work EnvironmentThis is a fully onsite role located in Thousand Oaks, California. The work schedule is Monday to Friday from approximately 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The position involves working in a laboratory setting with a focus on molecular biology and protein engineering. Candidates should be comfortable with hands-on lab work and collaborative environments. Relocation support is not provided.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Thousand Oaks, CA.Pay And BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $28.00 - $28.00/hr.RequirementsEligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Thousand Oaks,CA.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026.Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Is Embedded Into Our Culture ThroughHiring diverse talentMaintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflectionBuilding a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomesEnsuring growth opportunities for our peopleActalent is an equal opportunity employer.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.