Scientist III

Sigma Systems, Inc.; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sigma Systems, Inc. in Ridgefield, CT is seeking a Scientist III for a 24‑month assignment. The role emphasizes independence, executing routine and non-routine in vitro and biochemical assays, and data interpretation with meticulous reporting in line with project goals.

You will design experiments, maintain lab operations, and contribute to training. Strong communication and rigorous data handling are essential for collaboration within a cross-functional team.

Qualifications

• Requires Master's Degree with 3+ years' experience or Bachelor's with 7+ years' experience in related scientific discipline.
• Experience in pharmaceutical/biotech/CRO settings is highly desirable.
• Ability to operate laboratory equipment independently and draft technical reports.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Initiates and completes routine in vitro studies and interprets outcomes with minimal supervision.
• Designs non-routine cell-based in vitro and biochemical assays from literature analyses.
• Maintains lab equipment and safety; keeps accurate electronic lab notebooks.
• Proposes new experiments and contributes to training of junior staff.
• Communicates and defends work within team and department goals, writing protocols and reports.

Skills

Independent work

Technical reporting

Verbal & written communication

Data analysis

Lab skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Excel

Education

Master's Degree + 3+ years

Bachelor's Degree + 7+ years

Tools

Microsoft Excel

GraphPad Prism

Job description

37645447 Scientist III Ridgefield, CT 24 Months

Sigma Systems is currently looking for a Scientist.

This role includes a recurring commitment of approximately 2-4 hours each weekend to support business operations. Scheduling is flexible and can typically be completed at a time that works best for the employee.

Responsibilities:

• Initiates and completes routine in vitro studies in an independent, efficient, and timely manner, without supervision. Interprets the outcome of those experiments and proposes appropriate follow-up independently; troubleshoots effectively.
• Designs and executes non-routine cell-based in vitro and biochemical assays based on literature analyses; conducts exploratory experiments with minimal supervision
• Independently applies basic scientific principles, performs literature searches and extracts relevant information from literature and published protocols, attends scientific meetings, and keeps abreast of literature in own field.
• Independently operates and is responsible for lab equipment and maintenance; troubleshoots effectively.
• Proposes new experiments/technologies based on science as well as overall understanding of drug discovery/development process; Demonstrates expertise in field and contributes to training technicians and junior level scientists
• Communicates and defends their own work in the context of team and department goals effectively both orally and in writing; writes 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; maintaining proper records in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and policies.

Requirements:

• Master's Degree with 3+ years' experience in related scientific discipline or Bachelor's Degree with 7+ years' experience in related scientific discipline or equivalent experience in related field; pharmaceutical, biotechnology or CRO experience is highly desirable; non-PhD applicant required.
• Supplemental technical courses in area of expertise
• Ability to operate laboratory equipment with independence
• Ability to draft technical reports
• Demonstrate written and verbal communication skills
• Concise and accurate reporting of technical data and interpretation thereofProven problem-solving ability
• Able to act for supervisor in his/her absence
• Appropriate level of understanding of applicable regulations
• Experience in aseptic mammalian 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
• Experience in human pluripotent stem cell culture is desired.
• 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.