Scientist I

Planet Pharma Group; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma in Ridgefield, CT seeks a laboratory professional to support the Spatial Biology Lab. You will perform experimental work including sectioning FFPE tissue blocks, IHC and ISH in single and multiplex assays, imaging and analysis support. Duties are documented in a lab notebook.

You will prepare reagents and keep the lab clean and organized. Strong histotechnology experience and clear written and verbal communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Histotechnology experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform sectioning of FFPE tissue blocks and conduct IHC/ISH in single and multiplex assays.
• Acquire and analyze images, supporting spatial biology experiments.
• Document all laboratory work in a notebook and maintain reagent stocks.
• Keep the lab clean, organized, and compliant with safety protocols.

Skills

Histotechnology experience

IHC

ISH

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field

Job description

Duties:
Duties include performing experimental work in the Spatial Biology Lab including sectioning of FFPE tissue blocks, IHC and ISH in single and multiplex assays, imaging and support with analysis. All laboratory experiments will be documented in a laboratory notebook. Duties include preparing reagents and keeping the lab clean and organized.

Skills:
histotechnology experience, IHC, ISH, communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Education:
Bachelors’ Degree in relevant scientific discipline or equivalent experience in a related field

Pay Range: 28-33/hr based on experience