Scientist

Kelly Services-Portugal; Spring House (PA); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Science & Clinical is hiring a Scientist for a one-year contract engagement with a global pharmaceutical client in Spring House, PA. The position offers medical benefits, paid time off, and a 401(k).

On-site five days per week with the possibility of one remote day after training; must provide own laptop. The role involves MSD-based binding assays, flow cytometry-based cell-binding assays, and various cell-based assays under BSL-2 conditions, with data capture in ELN and clear

Qualifications

• At least three years of laboratory experience.
• MS or BS in Science required.
• Hands-on MSD-based binding assays experience.
• Experience with flow cytometry-based cell-binding assays.
• BSL-2 laboratory experience.
• Experience analyzing flow cytometry data and using an electronic laboratory notebook.

Responsibilities

• Run MSD-based binding assays to evaluate biologics.
• Perform flow cytometry-based cell-binding assays to evaluate biologics.
• Conduct plate-based agonist and inhibition assays.
• Perform cell-based assays under BSL-2 conditions and support cell culture activities.
• Optimize and execute target-specific binding assays to support reagent qualification and high-throughput screening.
• Analyze and interpret binding and functional assay data to evaluate antibody panels and support hit identification.
• Capture assay results in electronic laboratory notebooks and other data systems to ensure accurate, traceable, and accessible records.
• Communicate results, project progress, and relevant findings clearly to stakeholders.
• Manage multiple projects and independently plan work to support timelines and screening goals.

Skills

Binding assays

Flow cytometry

Electronic lab notebook

Data interpretation

Education

BS or MS in Science

Job description

Scientist

Kelly Science & Clinical has an opening for a Scientist for a one-year contract engagement with a global pharmaceutical client in Spring House, PA. The position offers medical benefits, paid time off including vacation and holidays, and a 401(k).

• Duration: until the end of 2027
• Pay rate: $46–$53 per hour depending on experience
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
• on-site five days per week, with the possibility of one remote day after training
• Must be able to provide own lap top

Job Responsibilities

• Run MSD-based binding assays to evaluate biologics.
• Perform flow cytometry-based cell-binding assays to evaluate biologics.
• Conduct plate-based agonist and inhibition assays.
• Perform cell-based assays under BSL-2 conditions and support cell culture activities.
• Optimize and execute target-specific binding assays to support reagent qualification and high-throughput screening.
• Analyze and interpret binding and functional assay data to evaluate antibody panels and support hit identification.
• Capture assay results in electronic laboratory notebooks and other data systems to ensure accurate, traceable, and accessible records.
• Communicate results, project progress, and relevant findings clearly to stakeholders.
• Manage multiple projects and independently plan work to support timelines and screening goals.

Requirements

• At least three years of laboratory experience.
• BS or MS in Science
• Hands-on experience with MSD-based binding assays and flow cytometry-based cell-binding assays.
• Cell culture experience and ability to work in a BSL-2 laboratory environment.
• Experience analyzing flow cytometry data and using an electronic laboratory notebook.
• Strong data interpretation, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects independently.