Associate Research Scientist

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Job description

The end client is unable to sponsor or transfer visas for this position; all parties authorized to work in the US without sponsorship are encouraged to apply.

A Pharmaceutical Company is seeking an Associate Research Scientist in Cambridge, MA..

Role Description

We are currently seeking a highly motivated associate scientist to join our cancer biology group in Cambridge, MA. The successful candidate must demonstrate technical expertise in cellular and/or molecular biology assays to validate therapeutic targets and perform mechanism of action studies to support programs as they enter and move through clinical development.

Technical/biological Duties:
• Cell culture and cell-based assays.
• Primary cell isolation from whole blood and tissues.
• Cytokine detection experiments using multiplex assay technologies.
• Execute complex biochemical assays, including RNA/DNA isolation, real-time PCR, protein isolation and immunoblotting.

Position is more biology based. Manager needs candidates to have Tissue culture and Cell culture experience. Flow Cytometry experience is a plus. Looking for Masters or Bachelor's degree with 3 to 5 years' experience in Biotech/Pharma or hospital setting. Manager does not want PhD candidates. Position will be onsite

Skills & Requirements

Job Requirements: Bachelor's degree in biology with at least 3 years' relevant work experience or Master's degree with at least 1 year of academic/industrial experience in cancer biology/oncology or immune-oncology. Manager is looking for non-PhD candidates

Qualifications and Responsibilities:
• Research experience in cancer biology and cancer immunotherapy is highly desirable.
• Hands-on experience in isolation, culture, and characterization of primary cells from human or animal tissues is required.
• Experience executing biochemical assays with a variety of readout technologies, including flow cytometry and ELISA is required.
• Excellent communication, presentation, collaboration and organizational skills are required.
• Ability to execute and operate to a high standard. Attention to detail with excellent organizational and record keeping skills is a requirement.
• Ability to identify technical problems and potential solutions.
• Proficiency in utilizing software such as Graph Pad, Microsoft Office, etc. for data analysis and figure generation is required.

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the Information Technology industry and market trends . Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.

Additionally, this position is a contract role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical, dental or vision benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit)

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