Stem Cell Scientist III

System One; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 59,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

System One in Ridgefield, CT is seeking a Stem Cell Scientist III for a contract position onsite. The role emphasizes routine and non-routine in vitro studies, data interpretation, and collaboration to advance drug discovery.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or Bachelor’s with substantial experience in mammalian tissue culture, molecular biology, and data analysis using Excel and GraphPad Prism, with strong scientific writing skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree with 3+ years’ experience in related field or Bachelor’s with 7+ years’ experience.
• Experience in aseptic mammalian tissue culture techniques and basic molecular biology techniques including nucleic acid extraction, RT-PCR, Western Blot, ELISA, transfection.
• Experience with human pluripotent stem cell culture is desired.
• Proven problem-solving ability and eagerness to learn; ability to evaluate new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Initiates and completes routine in vitro studies independently; interprets outcomes and proposes follow-up.
• Designs and executes non-routine cell-based in vitro and biochemical assays based on literature analyses.
• Keeps abreast of literature and communicates findings effectively.
• Operates and maintains lab equipment; troubleshoots issues.
• Proposes new experiments/technologies and trains junior staff.
• Communicates and defends work within team and writes protocols and reports.
• Maintains high data integrity and electronic lab notebooks.
• Complies with regulations and SOPs; ensures safe, compliant work.

Skills

Aseptic culture

Molecular biology

Data analysis

Education

Master’s degree in related field

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Excel

GraphPad Prism

RT-PCR

Western Blot

ELISA

Job description

Job Title: Stem Cell Scientist III
Location: Ridgefield, Connecticut
Type: Contract
Compensation: $43.00 - $49.50/hr
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Hours: 40.0

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.
• 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.
• Supplemental technical courses in area of expertise
• Ability to draft technical reports
• Able to act for supervisor in his/her absence

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.