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Job Summary
Our client is seeking a Scientist (Role Level P1/Grade 12) for the Life Sciences team. The incumbent will report to a Life Sciences Senior Research Manager in the company’s Corporate Research Organization to conduct fundamental research in skin biology in our BSL-2 lab. The successful candidate will have a drive for results and attention to detail, with the ability to carry out lab experiments with minimal supervision, document results, and communicate effectively. Collaboration in a team environment is essential. The candidate will take work direction from the project leader.
Job Description
- Participate in lab and experiment planning to safely and efficiently carry out required experiments to advance skin research work.
- Follow written experimental and equipment operation procedures with high attention to detail and the ability to perform tasks independently.
- Employ effective written and oral communication to document findings and report promptly to appropriate team members.
- Always maintain safety and contribute to the safe and efficient functioning of the laboratory. Maintain a clean and organized laboratory.
- Collaborate effectively in the BSL-2 lab to drive skin health research.
Skills Required
- Experience working in a BSL-2 lab and culturing primary cells and/or tissue explants, including media development.
- Experience conducting cell-based assays, cytokine quantification, ELISA, qRT-PCR.
- Fluent in efficiently executing laboratory protocols with a high attention to detail.
- Evidence of quickly learning biological assays/methods, assisting with protocol standardization, and performing robust data analysis to deliver results.
- Able to maintain a safe work environment appropriate for a biological laboratory (BSL-2).
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence projects and partner direction through oral and written means.
- Working knowledge of appropriate computer software such as Windows suite, especially Excel for data recording and graphing.
- Proven record of successful results working in multi-disciplinary, cross-functional teams
Education/Training/Certification
- B.S. in one of the biological sciences with laboratory expertise in cellular biology and/or microbiology and biomedical engineering.
Additional Requirements
- Position is ONSITE, Monday-Friday 8:00AM to 4:30PM/5:00PM.
Length of Assignment
Anticipated contract of 6 months
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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