Preclinical Skin Scientist

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; Montgomery Township (NJ); On-site; USD 61,992 - 66,124; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading company in the science and technology sector is seeking a Preclinical Skin Scientist for a 6-month project in Skillman, NJ. The role involves conducting advanced skin biology research, developing methodologies, and collaborating with teams to ensure project success. Candidates should possess a strong educational background in life sciences and relevant research experience, particularly in skin biology. This position offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with minimum of 3 years of research experience or Master's with 2 years, or PhD with 0-2 years.
• Experience with culturing and handling cells and tissues.
• Ability to conduct projects and document research experiments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in vitro and ex vivo research in skin biology.
• Evaluate cell signaling mechanisms and document results.
• Develop models and assays to assess technologies.

Skills

Research experience in molecular and cellular biology

Excellent communication

Leadership

Scientific problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Biochemistry

Master's Degree or PhD in related fields

Job description

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Base pay range

$45.00/hr - $48.00/hr

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Preclinical Skin Scientist

Duration: 6-month project

Location: Onsite in Skillman, NJ

• Have experience conducting in vitro and ex vivo research in skin biology, using established methodologies and developing new methodologies.
• The successful candidate will apply knowledge in skin biology and related sciences to assigned projects, ensure project design reviews, analyses, data summary and interpretation, and report and manuscript preparation.
• Work internally and externally to identify biological targets and technologies to provide skincare benefits. Will develop in vitro as well as ex vivo models and assays to assess functional effects of technologies in order to predict clinical performance.
• Evaluate cell signaling mechanisms in order to understand mechanisms of action for key technologies. Work closely in a team environment, as well as independently to acquire data, analyze and interpret results.
• Document results in the form of reports, papers and communicate findings to R&D colleagues and management.
• Create documentation (technical reports, posters and presentations, etc.).
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Review external literature, data sources and intellectual property to stay current and access competitive threats.
• Stay current on GXP requirements and ensure compliance with internal SOPs and laboratory requirements.
• Ability to handle retinoids.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with minimum of 3 years or more of research experience, or Masters’ Degree with minimum of 2 year of research experience, or PhD with 0-2 years of experience, is required in Life Sciences, Biology, Biochemistry, and related fields. Industry experience is strongly preferred, skin care experience most preferred.
• Research experience in molecular and cellular biology including experience with culturing and handling of cells and tissues, in vitro biochemical (e.g. ELISA, enzymatic activity) and molecular (e.g. QPCR) assays is required.
• Ability to conduct projects, acquire, analyze, interpret, and organize data, write and document research experiments and protocols is required.
• It is required that the candidate be self-motivated, productive and has excellent communication, leadership and scientific problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated experience in skin biology or related field is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge in transcriptomics, epigenetic and skin biological pathways and techniques are beneficial.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Science, Research, and Other

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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