Associate Research Scientist at American Cybersystems, Inc. in San Diego, California

Job Description:

Innova Solutions is immediately hiring a Research Scientist Associate

Job Title:
Research Scientist Associate

Position type: Full-time Contract

Duration: 12 Months
Location:
San Diego, CA*Onsite


Pay range: $
50
-$
55
.00Per Hour


As a Research Scientist Associate, you will:

This Associate Research Scientist will join the Translational Development Group in San Diego. The incumbent will be responsible for drug screening, cell-based assay development, and biomarker discovery. The individual will be responsible for the execution of defined experiments and data analysis. The position will require handling of tumor cell lines, blood samples, and patient-derived tissues. The associate will be expected to maintain an electronic lab notebook and organize results into reports or presentations. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, presentation, writing, and record-keeping skills. The successful candidate will have a proven technical and scientific track record and experience working in a multi-disciplinary team environment.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Semi-independently execute defined experiments, data analysis and data QC
• Report on scientific results to meet project deadlines
• Work at the bench to develop and execute established and novel molecular and cell-based assays for
drug screening as well as understanding molecular pathways (Proliferation, Apoptosis, Flow
Cytometry etc.)
• Perform cell biology and molecular biology including primary and tumor cell culture, lentiviral
transductions, RNA and protein preparation from cells and tissue, RT-PCR, western blotting, and
ELISA. Some training may be provided
• Hands on experience in working with CRISPR, siRNA and shRNA is a plus. Training will be provided.
• May involve handling and processing patient derived tissues and blood samples
• Collaborate effectively and cultivate positive and productive relationships with other scientists
• May involve presentation of data to manager and project team
• Thoughtful review of data and help plan next steps
• Participate in maintenance of routine laboratory instrumentation and supplies
• Adherence to laboratory safety policies and practices

*Qualifications:
• Have a Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline with at least 2-4 years work experience in the Pharma industry.
• Demonstrate proficiency with sterile cell culture, cell-based assays (CTG, apoptosis) and molecular
biology techniques (Protein, DNA and RNA isolations, Western blot, qRT-PCR, Flow Cytometry)
• Experience with high-throughput drug screening is a plus
• Possess some trouble shooting and problem-solving skills to resolve technical questions in a multi-
disciplinary environment.

Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.
We are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar positions. If this role is not a fit for you, we do offer a referral bonus program for referrals that we successfully place with our clients, subject to program guidelines. ASK ME HOW.

Thank you!
Sara Almas
Team Recruitment

Sara.Almas@innovasolutions.com


PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:

Pay range: $50 -$55.00Per Hour

*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS:Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.

Recent Recognitions:

One of Largest IT Consulting Staffing firms in the USA - Recognized as #4 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA 2022)
ClearlyRated® Client Diamond Award Winner (2020)
One of the Largest Certified MBE Companies in the NMSDC Network (2022)
Advanced Tier Services partner with AWS and Gold with MS
Website: https://www.innovasolutions.com/

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