siRNA Research Associate Position Available In Middlesex, Massachusetts

siRNA Research Associate Intellyk – 3.0 Lexington, MA Job Details Contract $28.88 – $43.00 an hour 15 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Bachelor of Science Flow cytometry Laboratory experience Mid-level RNA extraction Drug discovery Bachelor’s degree 1 year Associate’s degree Mammalian cell culture Communication skills Molecular biology

Full Job Description 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

Job Type:

Contract Pay:

$28.88 – $43.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift

Work Location:

In person