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scientist i.

• cambridge , massachusetts

• posted october 14, 2024

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• $30 - $35.89 per hour

• contract

• bachelor degree

• category life, physical, and social science occupations

• reference49153

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job summary:

As the largest staffing and recruitment agency in the world, we can commit to finding you the perfect role that gives you the opportunity to learn and grow in the life sciences arena. Utilizing a recruiter for your job search gives you access to a large network of top employers as well as detailed information about hundreds of positions. A current top partnership with a research-driven biopharmaceutical company is known as a powerhouse that aims to develop treatments for difficult-to-cure diseases. This renowned employer has created 32 products, including Humira and Lupron, that have highly impacted lives across the globe. If you're looking to stand out in your field and lead the way to innovative therapies, this position is for you!

location: Cambridge, Massachusetts

job type: Contract

salary: $30.00 - 35.89 per hour

work hours: 9 to 5

education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

• We are currently seeking a highly motivated and passionate scientist in cellular immunology to join our team in Immunology Discovery department based in Cambridge MA.

• The candidate will focus on making therapeutic molecules using recombinant DNA technology, expression/purification of recombinant proteins, testing purified proteins in functional cellular assays, including basic cell biology and biochemical skills.

• The position offers a unique opportunity for a talented scientist to work in a dynamic, innovative, and multi-disciplinary environment to develop their career at the interface of basic research and early drug discovery.

• The scientist will be responsible for conceptualization, designing strategies to make therapeutic reagents, execution and analysis with the overall aim of promoting innovative drug discovery.

• The position requires ability to work independently, have excellent technical, written and oral communication skills and work very well in a collaborative team environment.

qualifications:

• The applicant must have a Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or related field with 2-3 years of experience in biotech or pharma set up.

• Extensive hands-on experience in recombinant DNA technology, design, expression and purification of recombinant monoclonal antibodies.

• Motivated to execute well-thought and well-planned in vitro experiments using the tool reagents generated.

• Hands-on experience in multi-color flow cytometry with both, handling flow cytometer (Canto, MACS Quant) and independently analyzing the data using analytical software such as FlowJo is required.

• Proficient in carrying out ELISA/MSD to quantitate pro-inflammatory proteins.

• Basic cell biology and biochemical skills: Tissue culture, Transfection, Cell line generation, SDS-PAGE, Immunoprecipitation, Western blotting etc.

• Knowledge of DNA/RNA handling and other molecular biology techniques like PCR and qPCR.

• Hands on experience in carrying out size exclusion chromatography (SEC) and mass spectrometry.

skills: Molecular Biology, Assay Development, Assay Method, Assay Verification, GLP (Good Laboratory Practice), Immunoassays

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.