scientist ii.worcester, massachusettsposted september 2, 2026 job detailssummary$45 - $50.76 per hourcontractbachelor degreecategorylife, physical, and social science occupations reference 54478 job details job summary: Join a top-tier global pharma leader in Worcester, MA, as a Scientist II within the Biotherapeutics Discovery team. In this 100% onsite role, you will drive cell line engineering and reagent generation to support innovative therapeutic development.

location:

Worcester, Massachusetts job type: Contract salary: $45.00 - 50.76 per hour work hours: 9 to 5 education: Bachelors responsibilities: Maintain and culture primary, cancer, and immortalized mammalian cell lines.

Generate and engineer novel cell lines (KO, KI, OE) for antibody discovery and assay development.

Execute cellular assays and perform FACS analysis and cell sorting.

Support technology development in cell line engineering and genome editing applications.

Consolidate cell line assets into digital inventory systems and coordinate stocks across sites.

qualifications:

Required:

MSc degree (non-PhD) in Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or a related life sciences discipline.2-5 years of biotech or pharmaceutical industry experience.

Hands-on expertise in mammalian cell culture and cell line development.

Practical experience with flow cytometry (FACS analysis and sorting) and cell-based assays.

Knowledge of gene editing platforms (e.g., CRISPR, TALENs, ZFNs, or recombinases).

Preferred:

Experience with digital lab asset tracking and inventory management solutions. #LI-AO1 skills: Flow Cytometry, Cell Cultures, Mammalian Cell Culture, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP),

Cell-based Assays, CRISPR Equal Opportunity Employer:

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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: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (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.