Scientist II

Real Staffing Group; Alameda (CA); Vor Ort; USD 100.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Specialist Staffing Group is seeking a Scientist II - Oncology Drug Discovery for a 6-month contract in Alameda, CA. The role focuses on developing cell-based assays and evaluating small-molecule inhibitors to advance oncology programs.

The candidate will design and run experiments, analyze data, and present findings to project teams while maintaining rigorous documentation and safety compliance in an onsite lab.

Qualifikationen

• BS with 4+ years or MS with 2+ years of relevant industry experience in Biology, Biochemistry, or related field.
• Strong hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture in a biotech/pharma setting.
• Experience with cell viability assays, ELISA, AlphaLISA, compound screening, and small-molecule drug discovery.
• Proficient in data analysis, including dose-response curve generation and interpretation.

Aufgaben

• Design, execute, and analyze experiments supporting oncology research programs.
• Develop and perform cell-based functional, viability, and screening assays.
• Interpret data, prepare presentations, and communicate findings to project teams.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, documentation, and safety compliance.
• Contribute to method development and stay current with scientific literature.

Kenntnisse

Mammalian cell culture

Data analysis

Dose-response curves

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

BS/MS in biology or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Scientist II - Oncology Drug Discovery (6-Month Contract, Alameda, CA)

Join a leading biotech company supporting oncology drug discovery through development of cell-based assays and evaluation of small-molecule inhibitors. This onsite role offers potential for extension or permanent hire.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and analyze experiments supporting oncology research programs.
• Develop and perform cell-based functional, viability, and screening assays.
• Interpret data, prepare presentations, and communicate findings to project teams.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, documentation, and safety compliance.
• Contribute to method development and stay current with scientific literature.

Qualifications

• BS with 4+ years or MS with 2+ years of relevant industry experience in Biology, Biochemistry, or related field.
• Strong hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture in a biotech/pharma setting.
• Experience with cell viability assays, ELISA, AlphaLISA, compound screening, and small-molecule drug discovery.
• Proficient in data analysis, including dose-response curve generation and interpretation.

Preferred Skills

• Western blotting, high-throughput screening, GraphPad Prism, PCR, fluorescent imaging, and phenotypic assays.
• Strong organizational, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

Must-Have Skills

Mammalian Cell Culture, Cell Viability Assays, ELISA, AlphaLISA, Drug Discovery, Data Analysis.

Nice-to-Have Skills

Western Blot, High-Throughput Screening, GraphPad Prism, PCR, Fluorescent Imaging, MS Office Suite.

EOE Statement

Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for benefits such as health insurance, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.