The successful candidate will contribute to experimental design and be responsible for independently executing in vitro experiments to support screening, optimization and validation of cell therapy products. This includes generating and characterizing novel cell therapy products and performing complex research lab assignments. Following experiment completion, the candidate will be responsible for data analysis and interpretation, data presentation to key stakeholders, and play an active role in the subsequent discussions leading to decisions and next steps. The candidate will also be accountable for ensuring the quality of the data and complying with record keeping requirements.
location: Cambridge, Massachusetts
job type: Contract
salary: $40 - 46 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Perform aseptic cell culture techniques on tumor and various immune effector cell types (T cells, NK cells, and other immune cells); including thawing, passaging, counting, banking
- Run in vitro cell based assays (cytotoxicity assays, flow cytometry) in screening format with various instrumentation (Incucyte, Symphony, Luminex); using automation (384 well, auto-mated pipetting, liquid handling)
- Analyze experimental results with appropriate software (Excel, Prism, Flow Jo)
qualifications:
Required
- BS in a scientific discipline (or equivalent) and 4+ years' of related experience
- Must have prior experience cell culturing tumor cells and primary cells
- Must have prior experience performing flow cytometry
- Must have prior experience with cell based assays
- MS in a scientific discipline and 1+ years' experience
- Any prior experience with cell therapy, immunology or automation
skills: Assay Development, Assay Method, Assay Verification, 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.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
