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Associate Scientist

US Tech Solutions, Inc.

South San Francisco, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$26–$29.27 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Temporary, Contractor, Full-time
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Assay Development, Assays, Biomarkers, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Histology, Histopathology, Laboratory, Laboratory Systems, Microscopy, Molecular Biology, Multiplexing, Multitasking, Pathology, Pharmacodynamics, Pre-Clinical Development, Pre-Clinical Trials, Project/Program Management, Risk, Scientific Research, Team Player
LOCATION
South San Francisco, CA
POSTED
1 day ago

 
Job Description:
Client is seeking an Associate Scientist to work in the Pathology Lab in the Translational Safety & Risk Sciences Department in South San Francisco, CA. The Associate Scientist will develop and implement specialized tissue-based assays (including multiplex assays and image analysis) to support specific portfolio related questions on target expression and preclinical model development.
  • Ideal candidate will have hands-on immunohistochemistry (IHC) laboratory experience within an industry or research setting, including exposure to auto-stainers or instrument-based staining workflows.
  • Team is seeking an early-career scientist (BS/MS level preferred) with approximately 1–2 years of relevant experience who is highly engaged, curious, and eager to learn.
  • Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative pathology lab environment are important.
  • Histology experience is not required; focus should remain on IHC expertise and hands-on laboratory execution.
  • Immunohistochemistry, pathology, histology experience needed.
  • Experience with Leica Bond, Ventana, Dako, and/or Intellipath is preferred.
  • 90% of time will be spent in the lab. 
 
Responsibilities include:
  • Assist with development and implementation of histopathology assays including single and multiplex immunohistochemistry (IHC) assays, in situ hybridization (ISH), both colorimetric and immunofluorescent, and use a variety of imaging modalities.
  • Assist with performing image analysis.
  • Participate in collaborating with Pathologists, Scientists and Research Associates on multiple concurrent projects to evaluate and deliver data, contribute to early programs and assist with determining mechanism of action and toxicity.
  • Work as part of a cross functional team to provide tissue-based assay development for target qualification, pharmacodynamic and efficacy readouts, and biomarker development.
  • Organize and present data, including all documentation in required lab information systems and databases, as well as team communications.
 
Basic Qualifications:
  • Master’s degree, OR
  • Bachelor's degree and 2 years scientific experience
 
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in cellular biology, molecular biology or related discipline.
  • Two or more years’ experience in molecular pathology in an industry setting.
  • Basic hands-on experience in a variety of pathology-based methodologies including IHC, multiplex IHC, immunofluorescence imaging and other advanced microscopy, digital pathology/image analysis, specialized tissue sectioning and histology procedures.
  • Experience with Leica Bond, Ventana, Dako and/ or Intellipath is preferred.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication skills.
 
Top 3 Must Have Skill Sets:
  • Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
  • Digital Image Analysis
  • Experience with automated staining workflows.
 
Day to day responsibilities:
  • Perform tissue-based assays (IHC, multiplex IHC, ISH) and histology work
  • Operate staining platforms and imaging systems
  • Analyze images and interpret data
  • Document results in lab systems and databases
  • Collaborate with pathologists and scientists on multiple projects
  • Support assay development for target validation, biomarkers, and preclinical studies
Shift: Work hours expected around 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Some flexibility on exact start/end times once fully trained 
About US Tech Solutions:
US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com.
 
"US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran"
 
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