ScientistScience & ResearchRidgefield, CT, USPay Rate Low: 49.50 | Pay Rate High: 53.00
Added - 15/07/2024
Apply for JobOur client - a research-driven pharmaceutical company focused on treatment options for diseases and conditions for which there is no satisfactory treatment option - is seeking a Scientist to join their growing team!Type: Contract (two years)Location: Ridgefield, CTRate: Up to 49/hrJob Description:
Perform various functional genomics assays including bulk RNA-seq and single cell-seq on tissue, cell, or nuclei suspensions.
Develop and execute PCR-based assays such as qPCR and qRT-PCR with precision and reliability.
Operate and maintain laboratory equipment ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
Execute routine procedures independently, troubleshoot effectively, and solve scientific problems with rigor and efficiency.
Maintain laboratory supplies, apply scientific principles, and uphold rigorous standards of data integrity and ethics.
Qualifications:
Master’s degree from an accredited institution in molecular biology, cell biology, or a related scientific discipline.
3+ years of hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques, with a focus on next-generation sequencing (NGS) and functional genomics.
Proven expertise in developing and optimizing molecular assays, including in vitro cell-based assays and PCR-based techniques.
Proficiency in cell culture techniques and the ability to work independently with laboratory automation and software programming experience considered advantageous.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, demonstrated through the ability to author protocols, present scientific findings, and collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
INDBHWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.