Tissue Sample Preparation Assistant Scientist Position Available In Middlesex, Massachusetts

Tissue Sample Preparation Assistant Scientist 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars Cambridge, MA 02142 Spectrix Analytical Services, LLC is seeking a highly motivated college graduate with laboratory experience beyond the classroom environment to join our client’s drug candidate optimization group at their biopharma research facility in Cambridge, MA. The candidate will fill a full-time position performing laboratory based routine in vivo tissue sample preparation using automated tissue homogenizers and manually dispensing aliquots into assay ready well-plates using pipettors as part of the client’s drug discovery process. Sample preparation will be initiated daily and/or on the specific dates the client’s samples are submitted unless otherwise directed. Duties will also include the on-site sample preparation and generation of analytical data and consisting of the following analyses:

• Tissue homogenization preparation following established protocols
• Routine Laboratory Notebook record keeping
• All routine data logging, calculations, and result reporting
• Mobile Phase and Solubility/Stability Buffer Preparation The successful employee could also grow into a sample analysis and data processing role.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Selected candidates will be required to:

• Possess a minimum of a B.S. degree in biology, biochemistry, analytical chemistry, or molecular biology. This is NOT a doctorate level position.
• Have a college level understanding of tissue biology and biochemistry.
• Demonstrate professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment, interacting with a variety of departments.
• Understand and have experience with biology laboratory safety protocols.
• Have laboratory experience outside of that associated with class work (job experience, internship, co-op, independent project).
• Have experience with handheld pipettors In addition, the ideal candidate will also have:
• The demonstrated ability to be detail oriented.
• Experience providing exceptional customer service
• Experience with tissue homogenization technology for sample preparation.
• Professional computer proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Spectrix offers flexible schedules, competitive salaries, and a committed work environment to its employees; the company provides automatic benefits of life insurance and short and long term disability insurance. Optional benefits for full time employees include health, dental, and vision insurance, college loan assistance, and an employer matched retirement savings plan. Spectrix is not a placement agency. Spectrix is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Spectrix complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. Spectrix is participating in the E-Verify program of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (phone number: 888-897-7781, and website: www.dhs.gov/E-Verify).

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$32.00 – $40.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Commuter assistance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Safety equipment provided Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Location:

Cambridge, MA 02142 (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Cambridge, MA 02142 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Cambridge, MA 02142: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person