On-Board Companies

Scientific - Associate Research Scientist Associate Research Scientist


Pay$54.48 / hour
LocationCambridge/Massachusetts
Employment typeOther

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 24-01489
      On-Board Scientific is hiring an Associate Scientist (Biology)
      in Cambridge, MA

      For immediate consideration please send your resume to resumes@onboardusa.com
      Subject Line: Position, Title, and State you are located.

      About Us:
      On-Board Services, Incorporated is an on-site contract service provider for a local manufacturing entity providing full time positions to our employees. We offer benefits as well as 401k.

      Position Details:
      Position Type: Full Time/ 1 year+ with a possibility of extension
      Job Location: Cambridge, MA
      Benefits: 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
      100% Onsite Role

      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 Client 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.

      Qualifications:
      The ideal candidate will contribute to our discovery pipeline from the bench by taking responsibility for developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting cellular assays to characterize and advance Client molecules of interest. We are currently seeking a candidate with 4+ years of practical experience in preclinical laboratory work. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and make meaningful contributions as a valued member of our dynamic drug discovery team. Key attributes will include strong organizational skills, a proven track record of high productivity, and excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

      • 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.
      • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a cross-functional collaborative team.
      • Strong proficiency in workload planning, prioritization, organization, time management, meticulous attention to detail, and consistent follow-through.
      • Experience utilizing electronic notebooks is preferred, and basic proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.
      • Self-motivated, adaptable, eager to develop new skills, and possesses a positive attitude.

      Apply Today!
      www.onboardusa.com

      On-Board was founded in 1976 by Robert L. Wilson to provide Engineering and Design services to the chemical manufacturing industry. Today, On-Board is a thriving privately held family of companies with services including Consulting, Professional Engineering, Industrial Maintenance and Facility Management, Contracted Manufacturing and Production Services, as well as Temporary Staffing and Recruiting throughout North America.

      The On-Board Family of Companies conducts operations through its Corporate Headquarters located in East Windsor, NJ along with Regional Offices in New Castle, DE and Wake Forest, NC. On-Board’s Mission is to provide “Flexible Service by applying the talents of our people, work processes and technology to meet our clients’ expectations in a Safe, Responsible and Dependable manner.”

      On-Board Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

      24-01489
      INDOJ

  • About the company

      On-Board Companies - Full service Engineering, Construction, Program Management and Staffing services. A Family owned company offering 41 years of experience.

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