Associate Scientist – Neuroimmunology & CNS Cell Biology

On-Board Companies; Cambridge (MA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Associate Scientist in Neuroimmunology & CNS Cell Biology to support research into novel therapeutic targets for neurodegenerative diseases. The role includes developing cell-based assays and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong foundation in cell culture techniques and relevant experience in both academic and industry settings.

Benefits

401K

Dental insurance

Life Insurance

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in industry or academic research.
• Experience with immortalized cell lines and CNS cell models.
• Familiarity with transfection methods (lipid-based, electroporation).

Responsibilities

• Culturing and maintaining stable cell lines and primary cells.
• Designing and executing cell-based functional assays.
• Analyzing data and presenting findings to cross-functional teams.

Skills

Sterile technique

Mammalian cell culture

Data analysis

Organizational skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

BS/BA in Biology, Neuroscience, Molecular Biology, Bioengineering, Biotechnology

Tools

ImageJ

CellProfiler

Job description

On-Board Scientific is hiring an Associate Scientist – Neuroimmunology & CNS Cell Biology in Cambridge, MA
For immediate consideration please send your resume to [e-mail]
Subject Line: Position Title and State you are located
About Us:
On-Board Services, Incorporated is an on-site contract service provider for a local manufacturing entity providing full time positions to our employees. We offer benefits as well as 401k.

Position Details:
Title: Associate Scientist – Neuroimmunology & CNS Cell Biology
Position Type: 1 year contract with additional opportunity contingent upon performance and continued business need
Job Location: Cambridge, MA
Shift: 1st shift
Benefits: 401K, Dental insurance, Life Insurance, Medical Insurance, Vision Insurance
Compensation: $42-$46.75

Responsibilities:
The Neuroimmunology team is seeking a motivated and technically skilled Associate Scientist with a strong background in CNS cell biology to support research into novel therapeutic targets for neurodegenerative diseases. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate across a multidisciplinary environment, including teams in genetics, chemical biology, immunology, and pharmacology.
The successful candidate will contribute to the development and execution of disease-relevant cell-based assays and molecular profiling techniques. They will be responsible for culturing immortalized cell lines, primary cells, and iPS-derived microglia, and for applying high-content imaging and analytical methods to understand disease-associated cellular functions and phenotypes.

• Culture and maintain stable cell lines, primary cells, and iPS-derived microglia and neurons.
• Design and execute disease-relevant, cell-based functional assays.
• Perform immunofluorescence staining and high-content imaging to analyze cellular phenotypes.
• Apply molecular and biochemical techniques including protein/RNA extraction, Western blotting, ELISA, and qPCR.
• Analyze data independently, including statistical evaluation, and present findings clearly to cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across multiple scientific disciplines.
• Maintain detailed and organized records of experimental work.

Qualifications:
Education & Experience:

• BS/BA in Biology, Neuroscience, Molecular Biology, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in industry or academic research settings.

Required Skills:

• Strong foundation in sterile technique and mammalian cell culture.
• Experience with immortalized cell lines and CNS cell models, including primary rodent neurons/glia and iPS-derived microglia or neurons.
• Familiarity with transfection methods (lipid-based, electroporation).
• Proficient in immunofluorescence staining and microscopy (e.g., high-content, confocal).
• Practical experience with data analysis and basic statistical methods.
• Working knowledge of mouse neuroanatomy.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and critical thinking skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with high-content imaging systems and live-cell imaging.
• Quantitative image analysis experience (e.g., ImageJ, CellProfiler).
• Hands-on experience with functional assays such as phagocytosis or cell motility.
• Familiarity with molecular biology tools for gene and protein expression analysis.

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