Research Scientist IV

We are seeking a Research Scientist IV to execute existing laboratory workflows from the planning stage through to data analysis. This role involves recognizing, documenting, and escalating any protocol deviations to stakeholders, ensuring that equipment and instruments remain in optimal operating condition, and troubleshooting any malfunctions as needed. You will maintain an updated understanding and knowledge of laboratory methods, provide feedback on workflows, and participate in developing solutions to improve data quality and throughput. Collaborating with a team of researchers, you will extend and interpret advanced analytical methodologies and facilitate interactions with both internal and external collaborators. Flexibility to adapt to unexpected schedule changes and emergency situations is required.

Responsibilities

• Execute laboratory workflows from planning to data analysis.
• Recognize, document, and escalate protocol deviations.
• Ensure all equipment and instruments are in good operating condition and troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Maintain updated knowledge of lab methods.
• Provide feedback on workflows and develop solutions for workflow improvements.
• Collaborate with researchers to extend and interpret advanced analytical methodologies.
• Facilitate interactions with collaborators to enhance analytical methods.
• Adapt to unexpected schedule changes and respond to emergencies.

• Hands-on expertise with molecular biology, microbiology, and biochemistry methods.
• Familiarity with modern laboratory data analysis tools and methodologies.
• Ability to work successfully in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and record keeping.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment safety procedures and handling of chemical and biohazards.

• PhD degree in life sciences such as Biochemistry, Genetics, Molecular Biology, or Microbiology with 8-10 years of related commercial experience.
• Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams at the interface of life science and computer science.
• Broad familiarity with different life sciences areas.
• Hands-on experience in high-throughput research, including operation of liquid handlers.
• Proficiency in SQL and Python.
• Analytical skills with experience in data science, marketing analytics, and creative effectiveness.
• 3 years of experience in related fields.

This role is based in either NYC or Seattle with hybrid work flexibility. You will be working in a dynamic and collaborative environment that sits at the intersection of data science, marketing analytics, and creative effectiveness, focused on building statistical models to measure and predict advertising performance across channels and inform marketing investment decisions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Seattle, WA.

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $62.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Seattle,WA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 26, 2026.

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Salary : $60 - $62