Research Associate Co-Op, In Vitro Pharmacology

Scorpion Therapeutics; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics is seeking a Biology/Biochemistry major co-op for a 6-month Research Associate position focusing on In Vitro Pharmacology. You will maintain and culture multiple cell lines, help develop and optimize cellular assays, and conduct reporter assays to study signaling events.

The role includes gene expression and protein detection analyses, meticulous record-keeping, and collaboration with team members on research projects.

Qualifications

• Previous training in cell/molecular biology laboratory skills and familiarity with cell culture techniques.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Enthusiasm for scientific research and a desire to learn and contribute.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and culture multiple cell lines.
• Participate in protocol development and optimization of cellular assays.
• Conduct reporter assays to assess cellular signaling events.
• Perform gene expression and protein detection analysis.
• Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory records.
• Collaborate with team members on research projects.

Skills

Cell culture

Molecular biology

Laboratory skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Undergraduate student in Cell Biology/Biochemistry

Strong biology and chemistry background

Job description

Job Summary

Biology/Biochemistry Major Co-op (In Vitro Pharmacology) for a 6-month Research Associate position.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and culture multiple cell lines.
• Participate in protocol development and optimization of cellular assays.
• Conduct reporter assays to assess cellular signaling events.
• Perform gene expression and protein detection analysis.
• Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory records.
• Collaborate with team members on research projects.

Qualifications

• Previous training in cell/molecular biology laboratory skills and familiarity with cell culture techniques.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Enthusiasm for scientific research and a desire to learn and contribute.

Education

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student majoring in Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Strong academic background in biology and chemistry.

Compensation (pay range): $28 USD - $32 USD (potential base pay range).