scientist iii (po&t).

job summary: As the world's largest staffing and recruitment agency in the world, we can commit to find 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. With a hefty goal of discovering medical breakthroughs to treat devastating neurological ailments, our partner is focused on furthering research and finding ways to improve our healthcare system. You can feel secure in the fact that you will be paving the way to life changing practices when you work for this well-known team! This role requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to a valid medical or religious accommodation.   location: Cambridge, Massachusetts job type: Contract salary: $30.00 - 34.60 per hour work hours: 9 to 5 education: Bachelors   responsibilities: The company is seeking a highly motivated biologist to join the Bioassays & HTS team in support of Gene Therapy projects within the Biotherapeutic & Medicinal Sciences department. Our group develops small format assays, executes high throughput screens (HTS) and the subsequent assessment of candidate molecules as part of a collaborative team of scientists. The primary responsibilities for this position are development and implementation of innovative cell-based assays using high throughput technologies, use of data analysis tools to assess biological activity and advance portfolio projects. The candidate must have experience with in vitro cell culture, use of primary cells plus experience with a preference for experience in neurobiology. The successful candidate will accomplish our mission through innovation, open communication, teamwork, creative problem solving, and the use of state-of-the-art technologies. In collaboration with the Gene Therapy Acceleration Unit (GTx), we aim to develop and implement assays to study various aspects of gene therapy and therapeutic candidates in vitro. This individual will contribute to key projects through the application of mammalian cell culture, semi-automated liquid handling, data handling and data analysis. Additional responsibilities include robust documentation of experiments in an electronic notebook, working with assay scientists and automation engineers to increase instrument performance, and execute screens through the use of cell types relevant to neurology. The candidate is expected to design scientific experiments and perform comprehensive data analysis using specialized software to process HTS and dose response data (e.g. TIBCO Spotfire, Genedata Screener).   qualifications: Legal authorization to work in the U.S.This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Biology or a related discipline and experience with HTS instruments to support drug discoveryDemonstrated broad expertise in various assay methodologies including high content analysis (confocal microscopy), standard plate reader compatible assays including protein-protein interaction readouts (e.g. FRET/BRET, AlphaLISA, MSD).Familiarity with Hamilton and Biomek workstations, Labcyte Echo, HighRes systems and various fluid handlers is preferredThe successful candidate will be highly motivated with a demonstrated ability to successfully take on challenges, troubleshoot efficiently and quickly adapt to new responsibilitiesThe candidate must have excellent organization, oral and written communication skillsThe ability to collaborate and work effectively as part of a team is essential  skills: Assay Development, In Vitro, Cell Cultures 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. For certain assignments, Covid-19 vaccination and/or testing may be required by Randstad's client or applicable federal mandate, subject to approved medical or religious accommodations. Carefully review the job posting for details on vaccine/testing requirements or ask your Randstad representative for more information.

job summary: As the world's largest staffing and recruitment agency in the world, we can commit to find 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. Our partner recognizes the need for innovative care and utilizes Research & Development to further knowledge in Oncology, Neuroscience, Rare Diseases, and Gastroenterology. As a company that brings in over $30 billion in annual revenue, they have established themselves as a biopharmaceutical powerhouse that is changing the world. If you're looking for a position where your work will benefit millions of people, we are waiting for you!   location: Cambridge, Massachusetts job type: Contract salary: $48.68 - 57.27 per hour work hours: 9 to 5 education: Bachelors   responsibilities: This role requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to a valid medical or religious accommodation. Independently use appropriate experimental procedure to accomplish an assigned project or design and implement new methodologies to address specific research questions.Prepare technical reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative analyses of experimental procedures, data, and conclusions. Author and/or edit lab procedures and quality records under Quality Assurance program.Communicates and/or presents results of own work, both oral and written results to supervisor, monthly/annual progress report meetings, and/or project teams. Participates in project planning strategy and overall project execution. May be responsible for a larger project area or multiple smaller projects.Routinely perform and participate in on-going experiments regarding the all assigned programs that also encompass independently designing new or modifying/optimizing current procedures and/or techniques as needed.Develop, design, and implement new procedures by researching and extracting information from scientific literature and/or collaborating or consulting with internal and external personnel to drive progress on research projects.Make detailed observations, record, organize, analyze data, and interpret results in a clear and logical format (e.g., graphs, charts, summaries, etc.). Make routine sound scientific conclusions and decisions within assigned programs; assemble and interpret own data for internal presentations.Recognizes inconsistencies and interprets experimental outcomes. Identify problems with experiments and troubleshoot solutions.Participate in technical transfer of protocols to outsourced companies, provide reagents, and act as troubleshooting contact to external company.Low degree of supervision required within assigned project area.May act as lead worker and be able to train or provide work directions for Research Associate I, II, and/or student interns.Independently implement methods using journal articles and/or other scientists as resources, with a medium degree of supervision.Write and maintain accurate, complete, and timely data in laboratory notebooks.mammalian cells required.Expertise working with virus infectivity assays preferred.Knowledge of theoretical basis and concepts of experimental design and how they fit into overall project goals.Maintain familiarity with current applicable scientific literature and contribute to the process of a project within her/his scientific discipline, as well as investigate, create, and develop new methods and techniques for project advancement.  qualifications: MS Degree in Physical or Life Sciences and 3 years laboratory experience, or BS Degree in Physical or Life Sciences and at least 5 years laboratory experience.Possess a combination of education and experience in a physical and/or life science to work independently, serve as a resource for researchers, train new technicians, and help solve problems with instrument operation.Personal motivation to expand applicable scientific knowledge through reading and by attending seminars and research meetings.Be well organized, detail oriented, able to effectively prioritize, eager to learn, interact cooperatively and effectively with others in a team environment, and consistently demonstrate reliability and responsibility.Able to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively in team projects.Possess good oral and written communication skills.Possess advanced word processing, data entry, data presentation and analysis computer skills.Comply with standard lab safety practices and standard operating procedures.Manual dexterity required to operate office equipment (i.e. computers, phones, etc.).Typical laboratory bending, stooping, lifting requirements apply. Lifting and moving supplies and equipment (up to 25 pounds).  skills: Cell Cultures 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. For certain assignments, Covid-19 vaccination and/or testing may be required by Randstad's client or applicable federal mandate, subject to approved medical or religious accommodations. Carefully review the job posting for details on vaccine/testing requirements or ask your Randstad representative for more information.

job summary: As the world's largest staffing and recruitment agency in the world, we can commit to find 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. With a hefty goal of discovering medical breakthroughs to treat devastating neurological ailments, our partner is focused on furthering research and finding ways to improve our healthcare system. You can feel secure in the fact that you will be paving the way to life changing practices when you work for this well-known team! This role requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to a valid medical or religious accommodation.   location: Cambridge, Massachusetts job type: Contract salary: $44.75 - 59.67 per hour work hours: 9 to 5 education: Bachelors   responsibilities: The Neuromuscular and Movement Disorders Research Unit is seeking an independent and highly motivated scientists to join the group. The group is responsible for the development and validation of novel therapeutics for neuromuscular and neurodegenerative diseases. The position requires expertise in state-of-the-art molecular, biochemical and cell biological techniques. Hands-on experience with a variety of in vitro and in vivo models relevant for neurological disorders is highly desired. The successful candidate is expected to design and perform experiments with minimal supervision, analyze results and interpret the data, present at team and project meetings and contribute to publication. Independently design, perform, analyze and troubleshoot in vitro, ex vivo and bioanalytical experiments, using the following techniques: Broad biochemical and molecular biology techniques, including genomic DNA and RNA isolation, RT-qPCR, ddPCR, ELISA, MSD, immunoblotting, Simple Wes.Mammalian cell culture systems, including cell lines, iPS-derived cell culture, primary glia cultures, or primary neuron cultures.Rodent tissue dissection & processing  qualifications: Required Skills: BS/MS in biological sciences with minimal 6 years relevant experience in academia or in the pharmaceutical industry; or PhD in biological sciences with 0-2 years of relevant experience in academia or industry. Preferred Skills: Experience with CRISPR/Cas or PacBio sequencing is a plus, but not required.Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.Ability to clearly communicate results and to maintain detailed written records.Ability to work in teams and collaborate closely with researchers in the Research Unit.  skills: In Vitro, In Vivo, Cell Cultures 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. For certain assignments, Covid-19 vaccination and/or testing may be required by Randstad's client or applicable federal mandate, subject to approved medical or religious accommodations. Carefully review the job posting for details on vaccine/testing requirements or ask your Randstad representative for more information.