The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s/applicant’s qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a Research Associate-Scientific in New Jersey.

Role Description

Position Summary: This position will be part of the Translational Medicine Solid Tumor Lab Research Team based in Cambridge MA, and will focus on tissue-based research, including spatial biology. The team deploys the latest high dimensional profiling tools (including single cell genomics/epigenomics and spatial protein/RNA characterization) in patient tumor samples to fill translational knowledge gaps relevant to our early and late development pipelines. Such knowledge gaps include the study of tumor and microenvironment heterogeneity, identification of mechanisms of action and resistance to therapy, and improved patient stratification with novel biomarkers. This role will support our team to answer key translational questions for our programs. The primary responsibilities of the role will involve performing high dimensional profiling spatial and single cell assays on tissue samples.

Position Responsibilities:

Key responsibilities include operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of latest generation PhenoCycler Fusion and Nanostring CosMx instrument; preparation of samples and reagents; and assistance in assay development and optimization.
Operate and maintain the PhenoCycler Fusion and auto-staining instruments.
Prepare and manage reagents. Perform reagent validation and QC. Prepare slides for analysis.
Maintain an up-to-date and accurate record of samples, reagents. Maintain and organize the inventory.
Perform routine data transferring and assist with data analysis.
Assist in the development of new assays, methods, and reagents.

Skills & Requirements

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.
One year of related experience preferred.
Working Conditions:
Contingent worker will be primarily in a laboratory environment and will work with hazardous materials, including human tissue and blood samples..

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays’ guiding principles is ‘do the right thing’.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.

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