Associate Research Scientist
Job Description
R&D Partners is seeking to hire an Associate Research Scientist in Cambridge, MA.
Your main responsibilities as an Associate Research Scientist:
Work with scientists to develop, optimize and implement automated workflows for iPSC maintenance, differentiation and maintenance of differentiated neurons
Work with scientists to develop, optimize and implement automated workflows for disease modelling, target identification and therapeutic profiling
Perform lab automation operations including protocol design, run set up and break-down, error recovery, point-teaching etc.
Assist scientists with operation of automation platform, providing training and error-recovery support as needed.
Manage equipment scheduling, routine and preventative maintenance and lab consumables inventory.
What we are looking for in an Associate Research Scientist:
BS in an engineering discipline (biomedical, robotics, computer science or related field) with 1-3 years experience programming and maintaining lab automation.
or Molecular Biology/Biochemistry/Physics with 2+ years of relevant automation experience
Experience with liquid handling platforms such as Hamilton Microlab Vantage/STAR, Beckman Biomek i5/i7, Tecan Fluent etc.
Experience working with service engineers to troubleshoot and maximize system uptime.
Knowledgeable in instrument qualification processes.
Why Choose R&D Partners?
As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical insurance PPO, HMO & HSA
- Dental & Vision insurance
- 401k plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Long-term disability
- Weekly payroll
- Expense reimbursement
- Online timecard approval
Pay Scale:
$78,990 $98,749 (Dependent on Experience)
R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.
R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.