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Research Associate

Research Associate II 
Sanofi
CONTRACT: 1 Year
Cambridge, MA
PR: $25/hour-$30.98/hour

Job Responsibilities
Experience with mammalian cell culture and ELISA assays are essential requirements, as well as experience in an oncology or immunology setting.
  • Mammalian cell culture • Culture and manipulate primary human immune cells
  • Design and execute ELISA and MSD assays
  • In vitro and/or cell-based drug screening assays
  • RNA/DNA extraction from cell lines; detection and quality analysis of RNA
  • Design and conduct molecular and cellular biology experiments for compound screening or mechanistic pathway analysis using human and mouse cell lines
  • Work closely with senior/principal scientist and biology/chemistry group leaders to design, develop, and execute experiment protocols
  • Record all data and results in electronic notebook with accuracy and timeliness
  • Help maintain equipment and assist in ordering laboratory supplies
  • Ensure that all safety guidelines are strictly followed at all times and maintain a clean and orderly work environment
  • Summarize data in an organized and presentable fashion

Education & Qualifications
  • B.A., B.Sc., or M.Sc. with 2+ years laboratory experience
  • Experience in tissue culture of cancer and/or immune cells is required
  • Basic laboratory skills in molecular and cell biology is essential and experience working in a drug discovery setting is highly desirable
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment on an interdisciplinary team
  • Must have excellent written, communication, and presentation skills
  • Ability to prioritize assigned work in order to meet regular timelines