Scientist / Cancer Research / Pharma Industry (JK-224)

Position Details:
Our client, a world-leading Pharmaceutical Company in Spring House, PA is currently looking for a Scientist to join their expanding team.

Job Title: Scientist / Cancer Research / Pharma Industry
Duration: 12 months contract, extendable up to 24 months
Location: Spring House, PA

Note:
The client has the right-to-hire you as a permanent employee at any time during or after the end of the contract.
You may participate in the company group medical insurance plan

Job Description:
Staff Scientist

The candidate will join the ST3 DAS Oncology Discovery group to design and perform experiments including target validation and assay development in solid tumors, for advancement of programs in the portfolio and new targets.
The scientist will work independently to perform assigned experiments, interpret complex data, rework experiments based on interpretations, and propose next steps. Troubleshooting skills are essential.
The scientist will teach others tasks and techniques, correct issues, and provide unsolicited ideas to the team.
The scientist will prepare clear and concise summaries of their data and present to the project team and senior colleagues.
The scientist will work well in a collaborative environment, be organized, and demonstrate urgency and be sensitive to timelines.
The scientist must have experience of cell culture. The scientist will be proficient in multiple cell biology assays that could include Western blotting, flow cytometry, siRNA/shRNA KD assays, ELISAs, cell proliferation, cellular cytotoxicity, immune cell isolation from whole blood, capillary protein electrophoresis, cell culture, transfection/infection, immunoprecipitation.

Education:
Typically will have an M.S. with 3-6 or more years of experience or a B.S./B.A. with 4-12 or more years of experience, performing progressively advanced duties, or the equivalent training/experience.
Strong cell biology and assay development skills are required. A good background in cancer biology is desirable.
Prior biotech/pharma experience is preferred.
This position is located in Spring House, PA.

Job Type: Contract

Salary: $52.00 - $53.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Spring House, PA 19477: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Cell culture: 3 years (Required)
• Oncology: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $52 - $53