Biologist (Mammalian Cell Culture/Flow Cytometry/ELISA/In Vitro/Ex Vivo Studies)

Biologist I (1-2 years of experience)

Biologist II (3 years of experience)

There are 2 different openings for Level I & Level II, Pay rate would be provided based upon the years of experience

Onsite - Worcester, MA

3-month term

• The Bioresearch Center is seeking a dedicated and talented full-time contractor for the position of Biologist I or II to join the Immunology Discovery Dermatology team in Worcester, MA.
• The role involves the design and execution of in vitro and ex vivo pharmacology experiments aimed at defining the activity and mechanism of action of novel biotherapeutics and small molecules in mammalian cell lines and primary human immune cells.
• The individual will be responsible for experimental planning and execution, data analysis and presentation, and detailed data documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design and execution of in vitro/ex vivo studies using mammalian cell lines and primary immune cells to evaluate target biology.
• Perform primary immune cell and stable cell culture to support in vitro studies.
• Support downstream analysis, including flow cytometry, MSD, and/or ELISA as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of experimental procedures and data in laboratory notebook.
• Additional responsibilities include data analysis, interpretation, and communication of experimental results to cross-functional team members, as well as working in a strong collaborative atmosphere. Candidate should have the ability to develop and implement quality control measures for experimental procedures to ensure robust and reproducible datasets that support reaching project milestones.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Biology, Molecular Biology, Immunology or related field with 1 years relevant experience in academia or industry (Required) Biologist II = 3 years of experience
• Experience in aseptic tissue culture techniques involving immune cell isolation/culturing and mammalian cell lines culturing (Required)
• Experience with flow cytometry and/or protein detection methods (ELISA and/or MSD), (required)
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and good communication skills (oral and written) (required)
• Capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within project teams (required)

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $30.00 - $39.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• flow cytometry: 3 years (Preferred)
• ELISA: 3 years (Preferred)
• design & execution of in vitro/ex vivo studies: 3 years (Preferred)
• immune cell isolation/culturing: 3 years (Preferred)
• Mammalian cell culture: 3 years (Preferred)
• in vitro and ex vivo pharmacology experiments: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Worcester, MA 01602 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $39