Scientist

Innova Solutions has a client that is immediately hiring for aScientist.

Position type: Full-time - Contract
Duration: 12 Months
Location: Somerville MA

As aScientistyou will:

Description
Position Summary
We seek a highly motivated senior/principal research associate or scientist with expertise in histological and molecular techniques to support the advancement of pre-clinical research programs investigating therapeutics for rare diseases. You will contribute to the experimental strategy execution and analysis of in vitro and in vivo assays to answer scientific questions that inform program decisions. You will also play a key role as an active member of cross-functional teams that are developing novel therapeutics for rare diseases.

Responsibilities
Process tissue samples and perform routine and specialized histological staining techniques; analyze histological samples using image analysis.
Develop and implement novel histological and molecular assays to increase disease biology understanding and determine therapeutic efficacy across multiple gene therapy programs.
Maintain mammalian cell culture; design and perform cell-based assays to assess therapeutic response to drug candidates.
Work as part of a cross-functional team to drive innovation in a scientifically stimulating patient-focused research environment.
Expand upon scientific knowledge and contribute innovative ideas to product development.
Analyze interpret document and present research data to cross-functional teams. Communicate research progress during team and departmental meetings.

Requirements
BS or MS with 5 years of experience or PhD with 0-2 years of experience in academic or industry setting.
Strong experience with mammalian tissue processing including fixation embedding and sectioning (FFPE and frozen).
Strong experience performing histological assays including Immunofluorescence Immunohistochemistry and specialized tissue-specific stains. Experience with fluorescent in situ hybridization a plus.
Proficient in microscopy (brightfield fluorescence) and image analysis. Experience with image analysis platforms like Indica HALO a plus.
Mammalian cell culture experience including plasmid transfections and viral transductions.
Experience with cell-based and molecular biology assays such as but not limited to qPCR/ddPCR/dPCR Western blotting Immunocytochemistry and ELISA.
Experience in data analysis including GraphPad Prism.

Thank you!
Harish Yadav
Associate Recruitment
Phone: (1)

PAY RANGE ANDBENEFITS:
Pay Range*: $56-$64/Hour

*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidates education work experience work location specific job duties certifications etc.

Benefits:Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage Dental/vision insurance 401(k) Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA) Life Insurance Pet Insurance Short term and Long term Disability Accident & Critical illness coverage Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection Sick time and other types of paid leaves (as required by law) Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
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