Scientist

Innova Solutions Inc; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance

401(k)

HSA & FSA

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Innova Solutions is seeking a Scientist in Somerville, MA to support pre-clinical programs for rare diseases. You will contribute to experimental strategy, execution, and analysis of in vitro and in vivo assays within cross-functional teams.

The role requires mammalian tissue processing, histological/immunohistochemical assays, and cell culture with genetic manipulation. Strong data analysis and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BS or MS with 5+ years of experience, or PhD with 0-2 years in academic or industry.
• Experience with mammalian tissue processing, FFPE and frozen sections.
• Histological assays including IF, IHC, and specialized stains; FISH is a plus.
• Proficient in microscopy (brightfield/fluorescence) and image analysis; HALO a plus.
• Mammalian cell culture including plasmid transfections and viral transductions.
• Cell-based and molecular biology assays (qPCR, ddPCR, dPCR, Western blot, ICC, ELISA).
• Data analysis including GraphPad Prism.

Responsibilities

• Process tissue samples and perform histological staining; analyze histology with image analysis.
• Develop and implement new histological and molecular assays to assess disease biology and therapeutic efficacy.
• Maintain mammalian cell culture; design cell-based assays to assess drug responses.
• Collaborate in cross-functional teams to drive innovation in therapeutic development.
• Expand scientific knowledge and contribute ideas to product development.
• Analyze, interpret, document and present data to cross-functional teams.

Skills

Histology techniques

Molecular assays

Mammalian cell culture

Image analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Immunofluorescence / Immunohistochem

GraphPad Prism

Education

BS or MS with 5+ years experience, or PhD with 0-2 years

Tools

Indica HALO

qPCR / ddPCR / dPCR

Job description

Innova Solutions has a client that is immediately hiring for a Scientist.

Position type: Full-time - Contract Duration: 12 Months Location: Somerville, MA

As a Scientist you will:

Description Position Summary We seek a highly motivated senior/principal research associate or scientist with expertise in histological and molecular techniques to support the advancement of pre-clinical research programs investigating therapeutics for rare diseases. You will contribute to the experimental strategy, execution, and analysis of in vitro and in vivo assays to answer scientific questions that inform program decisions. You will also play a key role as an active member of cross-functional teams that are developing novel therapeutics for rare diseases.

Responsibilities

• Process tissue samples and perform routine and specialized histological staining techniques; analyze histological samples using image analysis.
• Develop and implement novel histological and molecular assays to increase disease biology understanding and determine therapeutic efficacy across multiple gene therapy programs.
• Maintain mammalian cell culture; design and perform cell-based assays to assess therapeutic response to drug candidates.
• Work as part of a cross-functional team to drive innovation in a scientifically stimulating, patient-focused research environment.
• Expand upon scientific knowledge and contribute innovative ideas to product development.
• Analyze, interpret, document and present research data to cross-functional teams. Communicate research progress during team and departmental meetings.

Requirements

• BS or MS with 5+ years of experience, or PhD with 0-2 years of experience in academic or industry setting.
• Strong experience with mammalian tissue processing, including fixation, embedding, and sectioning (FFPE and frozen).
• Strong experience performing histological assays including Immunofluorescence, Immunohistochemistry, and specialized tissue-specific stains. Experience with fluorescent in situ hybridization a plus.
• Proficient in microscopy (brightfield, fluorescence) and image analysis. Experience with image analysis platforms like Indica HALO a plus.
• Mammalian cell culture experience, including plasmid transfections and viral transductions.
• Experience with cell-based and molecular biology assays such as, but not limited to qPCR/ddPCR/dPCR, Western blotting, Immunocytochemistry and ELISA.
• Experience in data analysis including GraphPad Prism.

Thank you! Harish Yadav Associate, Recruitment Phone: [phone]

PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range*: $56-$64/Hour

*Pay range 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.

Benefits:

• Medical & pharmacy coverage
• Dental/vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Short term and Long term Disability
• Accident & Critical illness coverage
• Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection
• Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS:

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.

Recent Recognitions:

• One of Largest IT Consulting Staffing firms in the USA - Recognized as #4 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA 2022)
• ClearlyRated® Client Diamond Award Winner (2020)
• One of the Largest Certified MBE Companies in the NMSDC Network (2022)
• Advanced Tier Services partner with AWS and Gold with MS Website: https://www.innovasolutions.com/

Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates.

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