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location: Newbury Park, California
job type: Contract
salary: $35.00 - 42.36 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Doctorate
responsibilities:
- The development and optimization of novel cell-based assays ensure successful implementation and routine execution of these assays to support HTS, lead optimization, and mechanism-of-action studies for promising therapeutic targets.
- Design, implement, and optimize gene-editing workflows in a manner that enables development and evaluation of cell-based functional assays supporting therapeutic target screening or lead optimization studies.
- Investigate, identify, develop, and optimize new methods/techniques to generate reliable and reproducible data promptly.
- Semi-independently plan and implement experiments, adapt readily to changing project needs and develop sophisticated problem-identification and problem resolution skills.
- Maintain proficiency with the latest scientific literature and rationale surrounding drug targets and be an active contributor to the interpretation of results in group discussions.
- Adherence to good laboratory conduct, documentation practices, and safety guideline
qualifications:
- PhD in a relevant field (e.g., Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related discipline) OR
- Master's degree (MS) with 2+ years of industry experience OR
- Bachelor's degree (BS) with 4+ years of industry experience
- Strong scientific foundation in the understanding and implementation of a wide range of cell-based assays (e.g., TR-FRET, BRET, AlphaLISA, HCS, luminescence and fluorescence-based reporter and/or label-free assays)
- Track record of developing, implementing, and performing novel cell-based screening assays in microtiter plates to support early drug discovery research
- Ability to design and implement gene editing (CRISPR knock out/in) workflows enabling the development of targets specific and disease-relevant cell-based assays
- Innovative and adaptable with strong problem-solving skills.
- Highly collaborative and team-oriented with excellent communication skills.
- Detail-oriented and proactive in staying up to date with the latest scientific advancements.
skills: Cell Biology, Assay Development, Assay Method, Assay Verification, GLP (Good Laboratory Practice)
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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