Are you a highly skilled Cell/Molecular Biology Scientist looking to make a significant impact on next-generation therapeutic development? Join a dynamic, cross-functional Protein Degradation Platform Team focused on understanding the complex biology, regulation, and degradation of a crucial therapeutic protein, Botulinum toxin. You will be instrumental in identifying protein interaction partners and driving novel engineering efforts to advance therapeutic toxins. This is an exciting chance to leverage your expertise in a cutting-edge research environment.
This role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to vital drug discovery work at a well-known biopharmaceutical company with a large, innovative research campus in North Chicago, IL. If you are passionate about research, collaboration, and applying your strong molecular and cell biology background to complex scientific problems, this position offers the challenge and growth you seek.
location: North Chicago, Illinois
job type: Contract
salary: $40.00 - 44.05 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Perform and manage a broad range of molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, plasmid cloning, Western Blotting, Protein purification).
- Conduct mammalian cell culture including stable cell lines, iPSCs, and primary culture, along with transfection (plasmid and lentivirus).
- Analyze and understand protein interaction partners of the neurotoxin.
- Drive novel engineering efforts to achieve next-generation therapeutic toxin.
- Communicate scientific findings effectively through both verbal presentations and written reports.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure project execution within established timelines.
qualifications:
Required Skills
- B.Sc/M.Sc. in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology or a related scientific discipline.
- At least 2 years of molecular/cell biology experience in an academic or industrial research laboratory setting.
- At least 2 years of tissue culture experience.
- Proficiency in a broad range of molecular biology techniques (PCR, cloning, Western Blotting, Protein purification).
- Experience with mammalian cell culture and transfection (plasmid and lentivirus).
- Strong attention to detail in maintaining experiments.
- Passion for research and learning new techniques.
- Enthusiasm for collaboration and an open science, team-oriented mindset.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
skills: Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Cell Cultures, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
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: 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.
