Job Title : Associate Scientist
Location : Cambridge, MA (Onsite, 5 days a week)
Are you a skilled biologist with a passion for advancing cancer research? Join our Mechanism of Cancer Resistance (MoCR) Thematic Research Center (TRC) in Cambridge, MA, and contribute to cutting-edge drug discovery programs.
We're seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist with hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture and a range of biology skill sets to join our dynamic team.
Responsibilities :
- Working both independently and collaboratively to support cutting-edge Oncology drug discovery biology programs.
- Develop and execute mechanistic in vitro cellular assays to characterize mechanism of action of novel compounds.
- Cell culture maintenance, cryopreservation, validation, and inventory management.
- Maintain detailed and organized records of protocols and experimental results.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with other team members to advance programs.
- Analyze, interpret, and present experimental data in team meetings.
Required Skills :
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Molecular / Cell Biology, biochemistry or a related discipline, with 4+ years of relevant work experience.
- Strong hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture including expertise in aseptic technique, culture optimization, cell counting, cryopreservation, and validation methods.
- Experience in managing or supporting cell banking, and familiarity with databases such as Mosaic, would be a plus but not required.
- Proficiency in experimental design, data analysis, and a range of biology skill sets including in vitro cell assay development, plate-based assays, Western blotting, protein quantification, ELISA, MSD, transfections, lentiviral transductions, siRNA / shRNA / CRISPR, qPCR, and viability assays.
If you're ready to make a difference and advance your career in cancer research, apply now and join our dedicated team at the forefront of discovery biology!
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