Scientist II - Onsite

Ledgent Technology; Alameda (CA); Presencial; USD 69.000 - 76.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ledgent Technology in Canada is seeking a Scientist II to join an onsite oncology-focused research team. The role emphasizes development of cell-based functional assays and evaluation of small molecule inhibitors to support cancer drug discovery. You will plan and perform experiments, analyze data, and present findings.

Requires a BS/BA with 4+ years or MS with 2+ years in biology-related fields; mammalian cell culture and assay experience are essential. PhD candidates are not considered.

Formación

• BS/BA degree in related discipline and a minimum of four years of related experience; or,

Responsabilidades

• Works independently to plan, design, and perform research experiments to support oncology drug discovery programs.

Conocimientos

Mammalian Cell Culture

Cellular / Viability Assays

ELISA / AlphaLISA Assays

Drug Discovery Experience

Data Analysis & Reporting

High-throughput Screening

Educación

BS/BA in Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related discipline plus 4+ years

MS degree in related discipline plus 2+ years

Herramientas

GraphPad Prism

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Descripción del empleo

Scientist II - Onsite (JN -102026-433067) Canada

Salary: USD50 - USD55.25 per hour

Scientist II - Onsite

Pay Rate: 50.00/hr. - $55.25/hr.

Shift: 8am-5pm

Top Skills:

• Education
• BS/BA in Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related scientific discipline plus 4+ years of relevant industry experience, OR
• MS degree in a related scientific discipline plus 2+ years of relevant industry experience
• PhD candidates will not be considered
• Mammalian Cell Culture - Extensive hands-on experience maintaining and working with mammalian cell lines in a biotech or pharmaceutical drug discovery environment.
• Cellular / Viability Assays - Direct experience performing cell viability assays, routine screening assays, and evaluating compound activity.
• ELISA and/or AlphaLISA Assays - Experience performing, troubleshooting, and analyzing plate-based assays.
• Drug Discovery Experience - Prior experience supporting small-molecule drug discovery programs is required.
• Data Analysis & Reporting - Ability to analyze experimental results, generate dose-response curves, and communicate findings effectively.

Strong Plus:

• Experience with high-throughput or routine screening workflows

SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE:

The successful candidate will be highly motivated, comfortable in a dynamic and energetic team-based environment, and passionate about discovering new cancer therapeutics. This role involves development of cell-based functional assays, and evaluation of small molecule inhibitors in those assays to support oncology drug discovery projects. This job requires reliable execution of experiments, interpretation and analysis of data, and problem solving. The ideal candidate will have good lab practices and be able to multi-task. The candidate must have good organizational skills, communication, and teamwork skills as well as flexibility and versatility to meet tight deadlines in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works independently to plan, design, and perform research experiments to support oncology drug discovery programs.
• Analyzes and interprets scientific data under general supervision.
• Maintains and operates scientific apparatus to perform research experiments.
• May develop new methodologies and laboratory protocols in conducting general research duties within assigned area of responsibility.
• Prepares and organizes data for presentation. Presents data and reports on project status at individual, group, and departmental research meetings.
• Maintains familiarity with current scientific literature relevant to the research experiments or program.
• Maintains laboratory notebook in a complete, consistent, and concise manner in accordance with company intellectual property policies and practices.
• Adheres to good health and safety practices and compliance with applicable EH&S safety rules and participates in mandatory safety training programs.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• No supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Education:

• BS/BA degree in related discipline and a minimum of four years of related experience; or,
• MS/MA degree in related discipline and a minimum of two years of related experience; or,
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:

• Extensive hands-on experience with basic molecular and biochemical techniques (RNA, PCR, western blot, ELISA, fluorescent imaging) and cell biology techniques (mammalian cell culture, phenotypic assays) are highly desirable.
• Proficient in use of GraphPad Prism and MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Drug discovery experiences are highly desirable.

Knowledge/Skills:

• General knowledge of cellular, biochemical, and molecular techniques, theories, and practices.
• General understanding of how the individual experiments fit within a larger research program to meet organizational goals.
• General understanding and application of scientific principles, theories, and concepts in field of specialty and other related disciplines.
• Complete understanding of the goals of the experiments and how they fit into the overall program.
• Applies extensive scientific and technical expertise in area of specialty.
• Ability to effectively capture data and results.
• Strong communication skills, excellent work ethics, self-motivated and work effectively both in a team environment and independently.
• Computer proficiency including MS Word, MS PowerPoint and MS Excel required.