Associate Scientist Job at TalentBurst, an Inc 5000 company, Cambridge, MA

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  • TalentBurst, an Inc 5000 company
  • Cambridge, MA

Job Description

Industry: Pharmaceuticals

Title: Associate Scientist II

Job ID: CAMB000068

Location: Cambridge, MA

Duration: 06+ months contract (+Possibility of extension)

Overview

The Research Department at Client is seeking a motivated research associate to join our team to support the biology group in research including CNS and emerging tissues. We are seeking a highly organized individual that can work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced laboratory setting. This ideal candidate will be a strong team player, capable of coordinating tasks with various stakeholders to meet deadlines. This is a full-time, onsite role based in Cambridge MA location, with a requirement to be onsite five days per week.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the design and execution of studies to characterize molecules for RNAi therapeutic programs, including rodent disease models.
  • Support animal tissue processing protocols through grinding, homogenization, RNA extraction, and more.
  • Conduct assays such as qPCR, western blot, ELISA, that support in vivo studies.
  • Analyze and report scientific data to manager.
  • Diligently follow SOPs/protocols.
  • Track samples in databases including but not limited to Electronic Laboratory Notebook (ELN), Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Smart Refrigeration systems, Smartsheet's and other proprietary databases.
  • Adapt quickly to changing priorities in a dynamic work environment.
  • Communicate openly and directly with lab groups to provide sufficient solutions that will work for all team members.

Qualifications

  • Minimum B.S. degree in a life sciences-related discipline such as Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or Genetics
  • Must be flexible, open to new tasks and challenges and able to work on tight deadlines.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to function at a high capacity within a fast-paced team environment.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, eagerness to learn, and the ability to follow written and verbal instruction.
  • Working knowledge of standard Microsoft Office applications including Excel, GraphPAD, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • Familiarity with laboratory automation and liquid handling systems is a plus.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Work at office, Flexible hours,

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