Scientist - III (Senior)

Immediate need for a talented Scientist - III (Senior). This is a 24+ months Contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Cambridge, MA(Onsite). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.
Job ID: 24-24894

Pay Range: $40 - $44/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish stem cell-based in-vitro disease platforms.
• Design assays using high content imaging techniques to facilitate screening of small molecules and genetic modifications using CRISPR.
• Perform lab experiments, interpret data, and effectively communicate findings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in therapeutic and functional areas.
• Maintain electronic lab notebook and sample inventories.

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

• BS with 5+ years of experience/Masters with 3+ years of experience/PHD with 1+ year of experience in a wet lab setting.
• Candidates with a background in muscle biology will be given preference.
• Skilled in cell culturing and differentiation of stem cells into specific lineages.
• Experience with gene manipulation technologies such as CRISPR, siRNA, ASOs, lentivirus, and AAVs.
• Expertise in molecular biology techniques including RNA extraction, qPCR, ELISA/MSD, and ICC.
• Critical thinking with an ability to formulate experimental strategies.
• Effective in working independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Our client is a leading Pharmaceutical industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.

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