usa-research associate iii (scientific).

job summary:
The Research Associate/Sr. Research Associate will join the gene therapy immunology team at the Genomic Medicine Unit to provide bench-facing expertise in support of gene therapy platforms.

 
location: Waltham, Massachusetts
job type: Contract
salary: $68.00 - 69.25 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
 
responsibilities:
- Plan, execute and analyze in vitro / ex vivo studies using primary immune cells (from humans, mice and NHPs)

- Perform immunophenotyping using multicolor flow cytometry, FACS, and cellular immunology assays

Design and execute common cell and molecular biology and biochemical assays

- Handle and isolate RNA/DNA/protein from rodent and mammalian tissues

- Independently execute experiments from detailed protocols and analysis of raw data

- Rigorously document experimental efforts, raw and analyzed data

- Clearly communicate results and activities with supervisor and colleagues

 
qualifications:
Must have Experience:

- Bachelor's degree with minimum of 4 year of Research Associate related experience.

- Expertise with mammalian cell culture including sterile technique, line maintenance, transfections

- Multicolor flow cytometry (FACS) - previous experience performing immunophenotyping using multicolor flow cytometry, FACS, and cellular immunology assays

Preferred Skills:

- Master's degree is strongly preferred, and minimum of 2+ years Research Associate related experience. Those candidates with PHD degrees will be considered.

- Experience with DNA and RNA isolation from cells and mammalian tissues, luminescence-based assays, PCR, ELISA/Western blot is a preferred

 
skills: Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, In Vitro, Flow Cytometry, Cell Cultures

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.

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