Associate Research Scientist
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Employer: TSR Consulting
Industry:
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Part-Time
About TSR:
TSR is a relationship-based, customer-focused IT and technical services staffing company.
For over 40 years TSR, Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiary, TSR Consulting Services, have prospered in the Information Technology staffing business, earning the respect of companies both large and small with well refined candidate screening, timely placement, and a real understanding of the right skill sets required by our clients.
Mission & Vision
We do not believe in building a vision around the company but building a company around our vision, which is simply;
Every employee's voice matters, their effort is appreciated, and their talent is rewarded.
We challenge each employee daily, to raise the bar on how we treat our consultants and candidates. For far too long in this industry, candidates have been ghosted, lied to, or placed at a client and then forgotten about. Each day our staff works tirelessly at qualifying and placing, top talent with our clients, in a compassionate and caring manner.
Not every candidate is a match for the job, but every candidate and consultant will be treated with respect and professionalism.
Associate Research Scientist
Job Description
Our client, a leading pharmaceutical company, is hiring an Associate Research Scientist, on a contract basis.
Job ID #: 80396
Work Location:
Cambridge, MA - 100% Onsite
Summary:
The Mechanism of Cancer Resistance (MoCR) Thematic Research Center (TRC) is seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist to support Discovery Biology research programs at our facility in Cambridge, MA. The ideal candidate will contribute to our discovery pipeline from the bench by taking responsibility for developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting cellular assays to characterize and advance novel molecules of interest. We are currently seeking a candidate with 4+ years of practical experience in preclinical laboratory work. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and make meaningful contributions as a valued member of our dynamic drug discovery team. Key attributes will include strong organizational skills, a proven track record of high productivity, and excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Education/Experience:
Responsibilities:
TSR is a relationship-based, customer-focused IT and technical services staffing company.
For over 40 years TSR, Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiary, TSR Consulting Services, have prospered in the Information Technology staffing business, earning the respect of companies both large and small with well refined candidate screening, timely placement, and a real understanding of the right skill sets required by our clients.
Mission & Vision
We do not believe in building a vision around the company but building a company around our vision, which is simply;
Every employee's voice matters, their effort is appreciated, and their talent is rewarded.
We challenge each employee daily, to raise the bar on how we treat our consultants and candidates. For far too long in this industry, candidates have been ghosted, lied to, or placed at a client and then forgotten about. Each day our staff works tirelessly at qualifying and placing, top talent with our clients, in a compassionate and caring manner.
Not every candidate is a match for the job, but every candidate and consultant will be treated with respect and professionalism.
Associate Research Scientist
Job Description
- Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts
- Type: Contract
- Job #80396
Our client, a leading pharmaceutical company, is hiring an Associate Research Scientist, on a contract basis.
Job ID #: 80396
Work Location:
Cambridge, MA - 100% Onsite
Summary:
The Mechanism of Cancer Resistance (MoCR) Thematic Research Center (TRC) is seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist to support Discovery Biology research programs at our facility in Cambridge, MA. The ideal candidate will contribute to our discovery pipeline from the bench by taking responsibility for developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting cellular assays to characterize and advance novel molecules of interest. We are currently seeking a candidate with 4+ years of practical experience in preclinical laboratory work. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and make meaningful contributions as a valued member of our dynamic drug discovery team. Key attributes will include strong organizational skills, a proven track record of high productivity, and excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelors degree in Biology, Molecular/Cell Biology, biochemistry or a related discipline, with 4+ years of relevant work experience.
- Strong hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture including expertise in aseptic technique, culture optimization, cell counting, cryopreservation, and validation methods.
- Experience in managing or supporting cell banking, and familiarity with databases such as Mosaic, would be a plus but not required.
- Proficiency in experimental design, data analysis, and a range of biology skill sets including in vitro cell assay development, plate-based assays, Western blotting, protein quantification, ELISA, MSD, transfections, lentiviral transductions, siRNA/shRNA/CRISPR, qPCR, and viability assays.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a cross-functional collaborative team.
- Strong proficiency in workload planning, prioritization, organization, time management, meticulous attention to detail, and consistent follow-through.
- Experience utilizing electronic notebooks is preferred, and basic proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.
- Self-motivated, adaptable, eager to develop new skills, and possesses a positive attitude.
Responsibilities:
- Working both independently and collaboratively to support cutting-edge Oncology drug discovery biology programs.
- Develop and execute mechanistic in vitro cellular assays to characterize mechanism of action of novel compounds.
- Cell culture maintenance, cryopreservation, validation, and inventory management.
- Maintain detailed and organized records of protocols and experimental results.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with other team members to advance programs.
- Analyze, interpret, and present experimental data in team meetings.
Created: 2024-09-06
Reference: 80396
Country: United States
State: Massachusetts
City: Cambridge
ZIP: 02142
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