Scientist II

Aequor; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequor is seeking a capable scientist to independently conduct routine in vitro studies and assist in non-routine cell-based and biochemical assays. You will interpret results, troubleshoot experiments, and maintain rigorous records.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s degree or a Bachelor’s with 3+ years of related experience, with strong aseptic culture and molecular biology skills, and excellent communication abilities. On-site role based in Ridgefield, CT.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years in a related scientific discipline; pharma/biotech or CRO experience is desirable.
• Experience with aseptic tissue culture and basic molecular biology techniques (nucleic acid extraction, RT-PCR, Western blot, ELISA, transfection) required.
• Strong experimental design, execution, interpretation skills and data analysis abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to report concisely and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Initiates and completes routine in vitro studies independently with minimal supervision.
• Interprets outcomes and proposes follow-up steps; troubleshoots experimental issues.
• Assists in design and execution of non-routine assays and exploratory experiments.
• Maintains electronic lab notebooks, adheres to SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Communicates work effectively, contributes to protocols and technical reports.

Education

Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years experience

Tools

GraphPad Prism

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• Initiates and completes routine in vitro studies in an independent, efficient, and timely manner, with minimal supervision. Interprets the outcome of those experiments and proposes appropriate follow-up; troubleshoots effectively.
• Assists in the design and execution of non-routine cell-based in vitro and biochemical assays; conducts exploratory experiments with minimal supervision.
• Performs literature searches and extracts relevant information from literature and published protocols.
• Independently operates and is responsible for lab equipment; troubleshoots effectively.
• Communicates their own work effectively orally and in writing; contributes to writing protocols, procedures, and technical reports; provides input for scientific reports.
• Reports and treats data with a high level of integrity and ethics. Maintains accurate and up-to-date electronic lab notebooks.
• Complies with applicable regulations, performing all work in a safe and compliant manner; maintains proper records in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and policies.

Skills

• Experience in aseptic animal tissue culture techniques and basic molecular biology techniques including nucleic acid extraction, RT-PCR, Western Blot, ELISA, transfection is required.
• Experimental design, execution, and interpretation in these areas will be required.
• Proven problem-solving ability and eagerness to learn. Ability to evaluate new technologies and assist in incorporating them into our research.
• Written and verbal communication skills: concise and accurate reporting of technical data and information
• Proficiency with computers and data analysis software such as Microsoft Excel and GraphPad Prism.
• Ability and willingness to work effectively in a highly collaborative environment.

Education

Master’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree with 3+ years experience in related scientific discipline; pharmaceutical, biotechnology or CRO experience is highly desirable; non-PhD applicant required.