Associate Research Scientist

Job Description

Job Summary:

• 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 tumour 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:

• 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 Client 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 tumour cell culture, lentiviral
  transductions, RNA and protein preparation from cells and tissue, RT-PCR, western blotting, and
  ELISA.
• Hands on experience in working with CRISPR, siRNA and shRNA is a plus.
• 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.
• Masters degree acceptable.
• PhD candidates will not be considered.
• 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.
• Be able to work in fast paced environment with changing priorities.
• Possess excellent communication, organization skills and attention to detail.