Seeking a Scientist to join the Inflammation Research group with a leading biotechnology company located in South San Francisco, CA. This position plays a critical role in the pathogenesis of autoimmune / inflammation diseases, identifying novel targets and in advancing company's autoimmune / inflammation disease programs.
This role entails design, planning, execution and interpretation of cellular assays, ex vivo assays, molecular profiling / screening, proteomics as well as single cell RNA sequencing studies through internal or external resources to support autoimmune / inflammation programs.
Schedule/Shift: 1st shift, 8 AM - 5 PM; flexibility based on experimental needs
location: South San Francisco, California
job type: Contract
salary: $40.00 - 46.69 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Masters
responsibilities:
- Support autoimmune/inflammation disease drug discovery programs
- Support early drug discovery programs using cellular pharmacology and assay development expertise
- Independently design, develop and execute complex cellular assays, for mechanistic characterization of diverse target and pathways
- Generate and analyze experimental data; troubleshoot efficiently, prepare written reports and impactful presentations
- Comfortable working collaboratively in a fast-paced cross-functional environment
- Present scientific data in internal and external meetings
qualifications:
- PhD in a relevant scientific discipline with at least 2 years of postdoctoral or industry research experience OR
- Master' degree (MS) with 2-4 years of industry or academic lab experience.
- Proficiency in cell-based assays and pathway-dependent assays, ex vivo, in vitro, and molecular biology techniques
- Background in immunology, biochemical assays, or inflammation research
- Immunology or biochemical assay backgrounds are strongly preferred. Strong data presentation skills, scientific rigor, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced lab environment are essential.
- Demonstrated scientific rigor, innovation, and ability to work independently at the bench
- Innovative, strong team player
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including data presentation and documentation
- Strong background in autoimmune, Inflammation and/or rare diseases is highly desirable. The candidate will support multiple discovery/ development programs and participate in the evaluation of new targets and molecules.
skills: Molecular Biology, Assay Method, Biology, 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.
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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: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Qualified applicants in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County's Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.
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