job summary: As the largest staffing and recruitment agency in the world, we can commit to finding you the perfect role that gives you the opportunity to learn and grow in the life sciences arena. Utilizing a recruiter for your job search gives you access to a large network of top employers as well as detailed information about hundreds of positions. We supply prestigious life sciences and biopharma companies with job seekers like you to achieve their business goals. If you're looking for a position where you can serve as an asset to your company while making a difference in others' lives, we have the ideal position for you! location: Cambridge, Massachusetts job type: Contract salary: $75 - 80 per hour work hours: 9 to 5 education: Masters responsibilities: The company is seeking a Contractor, Clinical Biomarkers to develop and drive biomarker plans across clinical stage Oncology programs. This position reports to the company's Associate Director of Oncology, Clinical Biomarkers. This position will work collaboratively across biomarker, translational, etc, teams (internal, external CROs) to ensure planning, execution and data delivery of biomarker lab data for clinical trials conducted by the company. Bring in depth knowledge and technical expertise in variety of biomarker assays focusing in immuno-oncology area, such as NGS, scRNAseq TCR sequencing, immunogencity and othersOversee assay development/implementation efforts in clinical biomarker team by partnering with preclinical and clinical biomarker lab teams to understand current assay status and potential vendor or internal laboratory requirements for oncology programs.Responsible for overseeing vendors for timely and accurate completion of tasks and troubleshoot issues as it develops.Develop and provide operational input and recommendations into all study related documentation (including protocol, lab manual, informed consent form, and amendments) and processes, and ensure collection, delivery and analysis of bio-samples in compliance with these documents as well as GCP/ICH as neededContribute to evaluation of biomarker vendors by providing technical expertise in biomarker assays qualifications: MS (with at least 6 years pharmaceutical/biotechnology experience) or PhD (with at least 1 year of pharmaceutical or biotechnology experience) in a related science focus (i.e. immunology, Oncology).Hands on experience in biomarker assays such as NGS, RNAseq, TCRb sequencing, scRNAseq, cell based immunogenicity assays are required.Experience in clinical biomarker CRO management is required. Knowledge in relevant biomarker assay qualification/validation, familiarity with assay development under regulated environment (CLIA, GCP/GCLP or equivalent) is preferred.Solid experience in the application of biomarkers during clinical development including experience with clinical translational research, development, validation and implementation of biomarkers in the Oncology space.Strong communication, organization and record keeping skills are required. skills: GLP (Good Laboratory Practice), GCP (Good Clinical 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.