Research Scientist I

The Fountain Group LLC

Lexington, MA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Assays, Candidate Screening, Candidate Testing, Cell Biology, Cell Cultures, Communication Skills, Develop and Maintain Customers, Drug Discovery, In Vivo Testing, Laboratory, Molecular Biology, Necropsy, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Presentation/Verbal Skills, Real-time PCR (qPCR), Scientific Research, Team Player, Technical Writing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Lexington, MA
POSTED
30+ days ago
TRUE JOB TITLE: Research Scientist
# OF POSITIONS: 2
MAX BILL RATE: $61.36
MAX MARK-UP: 46%
LOCATION: Lexington, MA
DURATION: 6 mos/1 year
REPORTING EXPECTATIONS: Onsite
TOP SKILLS PER MGR:
post-degree wet lab experience in industry, expertise in cellular and molecular biology is essential (cell culture, cell-based assay, qPCR), Experience with in vivo methodologies; strong oral and written communication skills

Key Responsibilities:
Conduct siRNA drug candidate screening, hit identification, and lead optimization
Apply cellular and molecular biology methodologies, e.g., mammalian cell culture; in vitro screening (e.g., transfection); cell-based assays; PCR
Support in vivo drug candidate testing (e.g., mouse dosing; sample analysis)
Innovate and advance research projects to further optimize the siRNA platform
Generate high-quality technical documentation and communicate findings internally and externally
Qualifications:
MS w/2 years experience or PhD w/1 year experience in cell or molecular biology (or a related field) - experience must be post-degree experience preferably in drug discovery and in an industry setting
Expertise in cellular and molecular biology is essential (e.g., mammalian cell culture; cell-based assays; qPCR)
Experience with RNA-seq, library preparation and immunoprecipitation-based workflow are desired
Proficiency in animal handling, dosing, and necropsy is desired
Demonstrated ability to execute and interpret experiments rigorously, deliver reliable results and drive projects aggressively towards defined goals
A strong team player with a high energy and a passion for contributing to the discovery and development of Client therapeutics
Strong oral and written communication skills with a proven ability to contribute effectively to group projects in a team-oriented environment
Innovative and creative; takes initiative

About the Company

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The Fountain Group LLC

The Fountain Group provides Contingent Labor, Statement-of-Work, and Contingent-to-Permanent resources to clients with an internal/external Contingent Labor Managed Service Program or Clients without a program. The Fountain Group is committed to the belief that we all share in the responsibility to conduct our businesses in a socially and environmentally responsible manner. We base this on the premise that a company is much more than the products it offers. The effect a company has on the environment, the people and the communities it serves reflects the company’s dedication to being not only a good business, but to being a good corporate citizen. The Fountain Group believes the key to servicing a client is to identify the client demand precisely. Therefore, The Fountain Group focused its efforts on building and developing a process, which can identify an exact match for our client’s needs. Our process utilizes modern technology combined with 30+ years of Talent Acquisition experience to deliver Precision resources. Financial strength is prominent among The Fountain Group’s corporate values. The future of our business will be built on the innovation, compassion, outstanding services and technology, but a solid financial foundation is required to carry us forward to meet our business goal and support our long term vision.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.thefountaingroup.com/