Research Associate I OR II Position Available In Middlesex, Massachusetts
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Company:
Spectraforce Technologies Inc
Salary:
$59010
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title:
Research Associate I OR II
Location:
Lexington, MA (Onsite 5 days/wk)
Duration:
1 year
Purpose:
To provide technical laboratory research effort in support of multiple projects focused on expedited evaluation and the clinical translation of therapies.
Essential Functions:
- Execution of siRNA tool compound screenings and structure activity relationship studies
- Cellular and molecular biology methodologies, e.g., mammalian cell culture; cell-based assays; RNA extraction and RT-qPCR; protein extraction and western blots, ELISAs and MSD assays; histological based assays including standard stains, immuno-histochemistry and in situ hybridization
- In vivo drug candidate testing (e.g., mouse dosing (SC and IV); necropsy; sample analysis)
- Analyze data and present the results in group meetings
- Maintain clear experimental records in laboratory notebooks; write SOPs and other technical reports as needed
- Work closely with research team members to quickly and effectively address critical questions related to the efficacy of our drugs
Qualifications:
- Associates degree with 1-3 years of minimum relevant technical experience (LEVEL I), BS/BA with 3-4 years of relevant drug discovery laboratory experience in pharma industry (LEVEL II)
- Previous experience in cellular and molecular biology is essential (e.g., quantitative real-time PCR, western blots) is required
- Proficiency in animal handling, dosing, and necropsy is desired
- Experience with flow cytometry or cell sorting is advantageous
- Candidate must have strong oral and written communication skills, strong work ethics and demonstrated to be an effective contributor to group projects in a team-oriented environment
- The ability to perform and interpret experiments reliably, and to advance projects aggressively towards defined goals is expected Applicant Notices & Disclaimers
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This position’s starting pay is: $28.37/hr.