Location: Cambridge,MA, USA
Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences is hiring a contract Scientist for our Pharmaceutical partner in Cambridge, MA.
The anticipated hourly wage for this position is between $68 and $69. Hourly wage may depend upon experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.
Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria
We are seeking a highly motivated and creative scientist to join the Immunology and Inflammation Therapeutic Area (I&I TA) located in Cambridge, MA. This position will work with the Type 2 Inflammation research team towards increasing our biological understanding of the role of IL-4 and IL-13 and the mechanism of action of Dupixent in dermal and respiratory diseases.
The successful candidate will be responsible for performing pre-clinical research that enhances our biological and therapeutic understanding of assets in clinical development and the life cycle management for multiple indications. The position requires an ability to work effectively both independently and in a collaborative team environment, as well as excellent technical/written/oral communication skills. The ideal candidate will be a driven bench scientist and excited to perform cutting edge research employing state-of-the-art technology.
A strong working knowledge and demonstrated track record in immunology and cellular and molecular biology is highly preferred. The ideal candidate should possess strong laboratory experience and technical expertise in in vitro cellular immunology (including ELISA, MSD, assay development, tissue culture, flow cytometry, primary immune cell assays, cell isolation) and ex vivo tissue processing and analysis.
Responsibilities:
Work within the project team to design, execute, troubleshoot, analyze and document in vitro and in vivo experiments to drive research data package generation to support clinical and commercial development plans.
Serve as an integral project team member, who is expected to communicate data updates and recommendations within project teams and I&I Therapeutic Area.
Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of laboratory conduct, safety, and appropriate handling of materials
Proficiency with electronic notebooks.
Qualifications:
BS in biology with 5+ years of research experience in laboratory setting/ MS/PhD in biology or Immunology with 3+ years of research experience in laboratory setting
Hands-on experience working with human and animal primary immune cells, such as PBMCs.
Experience with in vivo immunological experiments/techniques and ex vivo cultures.
Highly motivated, independent, collaborative and able to communicate effectively with a cross-functional team.
Possesses strong presentation skills and an exceptional work ethic.
Familiarity with technologies commonly used to assess immunological endpoints, including ELISA/MSD, western blot/JESS and multi-parameter flow cytometry.
Strong working knowledge and research experience in type 2 immunology (preferred).
Education:
BS
MS/PhD in biological science or Immunology (Strongly Preferred)
**Pay Details:** $68.00 to $69.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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