Scientist / Engineer - Research & Development - Contract TalentBurst, Inc.
Marlborough, MA1 day ago
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Skills
- Analysis Skillsunmatched
- Assaysunmatched
- Candidate Screeningunmatched
- Candidate Testingunmatched
- Cell Biologyunmatched
- Cell Culturesunmatched
- Communication Skillsunmatched
- Develop and Maintain Customersunmatched
- Drug Discoveryunmatched
- In Vivo Testingunmatched
- Laboratoryunmatched
- Molecular Biologyunmatched
- Necropsyunmatched
- Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)unmatched
- Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
- Real-time PCR (qPCR)unmatched
- Scientific Researchunmatched
- Team Playerunmatched
- Technical Writingunmatched
- Writing Skillsunmatched
Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:
JOB TITLE: Research Scientist
LOCATION: Lexington, MA
DURATION: 6 mos/1 year
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:
Qualifications:
JOB TITLE: Research Scientist
LOCATION: Lexington, MA
DURATION: 6 mos/1 year
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
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Lexington, MA |
| Salary | $42.03 Per Hour |
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