Job Description
We are looking for Associate Research Scientist for our client in Cambridge, MA.
Job Title: Associate Research Scientist
Job Location: Cambridge, MA
Job Type: Contract
Pay Range: $45/hr - $47/hr
Responsibilities:
* Working both independently and collaboratively to support cutting-edge Oncology drug discovery biology programs & the departmental cell collection.
* Developing and executing mechanistic in vitro cellular assays to characterize mechanism of action of novel compounds.
* Managing the departmental cell collection including inventory management, cell line registration, collection, distribution, and cell line validation.
* Maintaining detailed and organized records of protocols and experimental results.
* Collaborating cross-functionally with other team members to advance programs.
* Analyzing, interpreting, and presenting experimental data in team meetings.
Qualifications and Requirements:
* BS/MS degree in Biology, Molecular/Cell Biology, or a related discipline, with 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
* Strong hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture including expertise in aseptic technique, culture optimization, cell counting, cryopreservation, and validation methods.
* Experience in experimental design, data analysis, troubleshooting, and a range of biology skill sets including in vitro cell assay development, plate-based assays, Western blotting, protein quantification, ELISA, MSD, transfections, lentiviral transductions, siRNA/shRNA/CRISPR, qPCR, and viability assays.
* Experience in managing or supporting a cell line collection, including experience with data management using inventory management systems such as Mosaic and Benchling.
* Strong proficiency in workload planning, prioritization, organization, time management, meticulous attention to detail, and consistent follow-through.
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a cross-functional collaborative team.
* Experience utilizing electronic notebooks and basic proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.
* Self-motivated, adaptable, eager to develop new skills, and possesses a positive attitude.
Must Have:
* Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Molecular/Cell Biology, or a related discipline, with 3-5 years of direct experience managing the day-to-day operations of a cell line collection.
* Experience with data & inventory management systems including Benchling, Mosaic, and SharePoint.
* Exceptional workload planning, prioritization, organizational, and time management skills with meticulous attention to detail and consistent follow-through.
* Strong hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture including expertise in aseptic technique, culture optimization, cell counting, cryopreservation, and validation methods.
* Experience in experimental design, data analysis, troubleshooting, and a range of biology skill sets including in vitro cell assay development, plate-based assays, Western blotting, ELISA/MSD, transfections, lentiviral transductions, siRNA/shRNA/CRISPR, qPCR, and viability assays.
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