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Scientist II - In Vitro Assay Development

Scientist III – In Vitro Assay Development
External ID # 36714924
Ridgefield, CT- ONSITE
2 Year - W2 contract (with potential to extend or transition to perm)
Pay rate: $36-42/hr - Depending on Education and Experience

Responsibilities:

• 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 or Requirements:
Required Skills

• ASEPTIC ANIMAL TISSUE CULTURE TECHNIQUES

• BASIC MOLECULAR BIOLOGY TECHNIQUES
• Experience in aseptic animal tissue culture techniques and basic molecular biology techniques including nucleic acid extraction, RT-PCR, Western Blot, ELISA, transfection.
• Experimental design, execution, and interpretation in these areas.

Additional Skills:

• 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

What’s In It For You?
We welcome you to be a part of one of the largest global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401K Retirement Saving Plan
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Direct Deposit & weekly ePayroll
• Employee Discount Programs

 

Estimated Min Rate: $29.40
Estimated Max Rate: $42.00


What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

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