Website Axelon Services Corporation
Axelon Services Corporation
Company : Axelon Services Corporation
Job Description:
Job Title: Research Associate – Scientific
Pay Rate : $ 28/hr – $ 32/ hr
Candidates must be able to work, 100% onsite at Cambridge Crossings. Mon – Fri, normal business hours
MUST HAVE LIST:
Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, engineering, chemistry, physics, math, computer sciences, or related fields.
3+ years of hands-on experience in a laboratory.
Prior experience with spatial technologies or pathology/histology/IHC is preferred but not required.
Quick learner/opening to learning
Position Summary:
This position will be part of the Translational Development Team in Cambridge MA. The team deploys the high dimensional profiling tools such as spatial protein/RNA characterization to fill translational knowledge gaps relevant to our development pipelines. This role will support our team to answer key translational questions for our programs.
Position Responsibilities:
Key responsibilities include operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of latest generation Phenocycler Fusion and Visium; preparation of samples and reagents; and assistance in assay development and optimization.
– Operate and maintain the instruments.
– Prepare and manage reagents. Perform reagent validation. Prepare slides for analysis.
– Maintain an accurate record of samples, reagents. Maintain and organize the inventory.
– Perform routine data transferring.
– Assist in the development of new reagents.
Qualifications & Experience:
– Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, engineering, chemistry, physics, math, computer sciences, or related fields.
– Prior experience with spatial technologies or pathology/histology/IHC is preferred but not required, as training will be provided.
– Ideal candidates will be quick learners and comfortable with new technologies and have excellent hands-on and organizational skills, with attention to detail and quality.
– Skills for effective and timely communication with colleagues.
– A 3-5 years of lab related experience preferred.
Working Conditions:
– Contingent worker will be primarily in a laboratory environment and may work with hazardous materials, including tissue and blood samples.