Scientist - II (Associate)

AGW; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Sick Pay

Job summary

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Scientist II (Associate) for an onsite 12+ month contract to contribute to the development of therapeutics for retinal diseases. You will work with multidisciplinary teams and drive bench projects in a fast-paced industry setting.

The role focuses on advanced in vitro endothelial biology, assay development, and compound screening, with strong data analysis and collaboration to advance retinal targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biological Sciences.
• 5+ years of industry experience in in vitro biochemical and cell-based assay development and execution.
• Experience with cell culture (mammalian, primary, and immortalized) and cellular biology techniques.
• Experience with primary retinal endothelial cells.
• Experience developing and executing in vitro assays to support screening, validation, and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Perform highly complex in vitro assays to evaluate endothelial biology, including barrier function, transport, angiogenesis, differentiation, and specialization.
• Culture and maintain primary and immortalized cells used in in vitro assays.
• Routinely test compounds representing diverse mechanisms of action and characterize their pharmacological activity.
• Analyze, interpret, and present experimental data to project teams.
• Optimize and develop in vitro vascular integrity assays.
• Participate in team meetings and scientific discussions related to retinal disease and target discovery.
• Maintain accurate records in electronic laboratory notebooks and adhere to safe laboratory practices.

Skills

In vitro assays

Cell culture

Endothelial biology

Retinal biology

Compound screening

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Biological Sciences

Tools

PRISM

Job description

Cambridge, MA Onsite Contract Starts 11/09/2026 Ends 11/05/2027

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Job Description

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Scientist - II (Associate) for an Onsite position with a Major Pharmaceutical Company located in Cambridge, MA. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity.

This one-year contractor position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of therapeutics for retinal diseases while working closely with multidisciplinary teams. The successful candidate will be an experienced and motivated bench scientist with extensive industry experience in in vitro biochemical and cell-based assay development and execution.

Responsibilities:

• Perform highly complex in vitro assays to evaluate endothelial biology, including barrier function, transport, angiogenesis, differentiation, and specialization
• Culture and maintain primary and immortalized cells used in in vitro assays
• Routinely test compounds represent diverse mechanisms of action and characterize their pharmacological activity
• Analyze, interpret, and present experimental data to project teams
• Optimize and develop in vitro vascular integrity assays
• Participate in team meetings and scientific discussions related to retinal disease and therapeutic target discovery
• Maintain accurate and detailed records in electronic laboratory notebooks and adhere to safe laboratory practices

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biological Sciences
• A minimum of 5 years of industry experience in in vitro biochemical and cell-based assay development and execution, including compound handling and screening workflows
• Strong hands-on laboratory experience in cell culture (mammalian, primary, and immortalized) and cellular biology techniques
• Must have experience with primary retinal endothelial cells
• Industry experience in the development and execution of in vitro assays to support compound screening, validation, and optimization
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong ability to analyze data (PRISM) and communicate scientific findings effectively
• High level of motivation, curiosity, and passion for scientific research

Desired skills:

• Familiarity with retinal biology, vascular biology, and inflammation
• Experience with primary endothelial or retinal epithelial cell culture

Pay range:

up to $56.66 per hour

Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:

• Medical
• Vision
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.