Cellular Biomeasures Support Scientist

Job Title: Cellular Biomeasures Support Scientist Location: Andover, MA Type: Contract Overview Leading pharmaceutical company looking for an experienced Cellular Biomeasures Support Scientist.

Ideal candidates should have experience with cell-based assays and expertise in working with various cell lines and primary cells.

Responsibilities Key duties include performing cellular bioanalytical assays in strong adherence with existing protocols and participating in assay optimization efforts; collaborative work with colleagues; accurate documenting all activities in the electronic lab notebook (ELN). This role requires expertise in conducting assays with cells and samples from various tissue origins and experience with ligand binding assays.

Knowledge of flow-cytometry is a plus.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Cultivation and manipulation of various adherent and non-adherent cell types Performing ligand binding assays, such as ELISA Operation of flow-cytometers and plate-readers Handling tissue samples from rodents, non-human primates and humans Consistent record keeping using an electronic lab notebook (ELN) ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS This hire will interact daily with the managers and 3-4 colleagues in the immediate team for laboratory work prioritization, experiment planning and execution.

The hire might also work on common assignments with colleagues in a larger bioanalytical group at the same location, as needed.

The hire will participate in bi-weekly group meetings and other team meetings and discussions, as relevant to their work.

Requirements EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE B.S.

(>4 years), M.S.

(>1 years) or Ph.D.

in relevant scientific field with a focus on documented experience in performing cell-based assays Educational background in life sciences [cell biology, bioengineering, immunology, or similar] TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS Required critical skills: Ability to perform cellbased assay by following established protocols and with consistency Expertise in working with various cell lines and primary cells, especially PBMCs and endothelial cells; subculturing and preparation of frozen stocks Experience with ELISA and/or other ligand binding assays (e.g., MSD) Being comfortable with task changes and multitasking Preferred: Good working knowledge of cell analysis by flowcytometry Primary cell isolation from tissues Ability for independent data analysis and interpretation Benefits System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.

Ref: #568-Clinical