Research Scientist

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Job description

Primary Talent Partners has a 6-month contract opening for a Research Scientist with a global pharmaceutical client of ours in Lawrenceville, NJ.

Duration: 6-month W2 contract, no PTO or benefits included

Pay: $45 - $50.90

Job Description:

The primary purpose of this position is to conduct laboratory experiments for the biophysical characterization of protein reagents for use across multiple technology platforms, including but not limited to Flow cytometry, IHC, and immunoassays. In this role, the individual will be responsible for collaborating and communicating across the organization to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality characterized materials.

Position Responsibilities:

Works under limited supervision to design, execute, and analyze BLI, SPR, and/or other experiments to assess biophysical/binding properties of antibody and non-antibody protein reagents

Works under limited supervision to design, execute, and analyze data for immunoassay method development activities

Troubleshoot routine assay problems and instrument malfunctions.

Works under limited supervision to generate final data summaries and present them to stakeholders

Maintains required training per Client standard operating procedures

Maintains and completes notebooks and other documentation as per departmental guidelines

Achieves objectives in a manner consistent with the Client Behaviors.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree 6+ years of related industry experience

Master's Degree with 3+ years of related industry experience

Ph.D. in a related field with 0-3 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Some knowledge of BLI/SPR and immunoassays and general laboratory techniques

Applies scientific and/or technical skills and functional knowledge to conduct experiments/research/studies in assigned areas.

Proficient in scientific/technical writing

Can interpret scientific results, design and executes the next logical step in a series of related experiments

This role will require the contingent worker to work in a laboratory setting. They will not work with blood, animals, or hazardous materials. No heavy lifting is required.

Primary Talent Partners is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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