Step into a high-impact, hands-on laboratory role at the forefront of modern medicine. A Top-Tier Global Pharma Leader in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Bench Scientist - II to support drug discovery programs. Working 100% on-site, you will generate critical binding kinetics data that directly informs therapeutic development decisions in a collaborative, fast-paced biotech environment.
location: Cambridge, Massachusetts
job type: Contract
salary: $40.00 - 42.70 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Design, execute, and troubleshoot binding assays and analytical experiments.
- Perform binding characterization and kinetic analyses using Biacore (SPR), Octet (BLI), and Carterra platforms.
- Analyze complex experimental data and present clear scientific findings to cross-functional teams.
- Support multiple therapeutic programs simultaneously while prioritizing changing project needs.
- Assist with high-throughput, automation-enabled laboratory workflows.
- Maintain complete, accurate laboratory records and detailed documentation.
qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or Life Sciences with 2-3 years of biotech lab experience; OR a Master's degree with lab research experience.
- Hands-on laboratory experience conducting, documenting, and executing biological or biophysical assays.
- Strong background in assay execution, data generation, and scientific reporting.
- Exceptional communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
- Direct experience with Biacore (SPR), Octet (BLI), or Carterra platforms for binding kinetics analysis.
- Background in ligand-receptor interaction studies or antibody characterization.
- Experience using automated laboratory workflows or presenting data to stakeholders.
skills: Molecular Biology, Biology
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.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
