Scientist III

Join a leading-edge R&D team focused on advancing therapeutic innovation in immune-mediated skin diseases through sophisticated in vitro modeling. This Scientist III position offers the opportunity to design and optimize complex human-based models-such as skin-on-a-chip and organoids-to support the discovery and development of novel drug therapies. You'll work with a multidisciplinary team of scientists to push the boundaries of translational science and make a tangible impact on next-generation treatments.

This role is based at a world-class research campus in North Chicago, IL, known for its cutting-edge facilities and highly collaborative environment. It's an excellent fit for a driven, innovative scientist with hands-on expertise in primary cell culture, complex in vitro assays, and imaging technologies-ideally someone eager to bridge advanced model systems with real-world therapeutic breakthroughs.

location: North Chicago, Illinois
job type: Contract
salary: $50.00 - 57.48 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

• Develop complex in vitro models that replicate the pathophysiology of immune-mediated skin diseases, with a focus on skin autoimmunity.
• Design, internalize, and optimize new methodologies using skin-on-a-chip and other microphysiological systems.
• Apply in vitro models to evaluate and advance novel therapeutics and combination strategies.
• Independently identify and solve technical challenges; propose and implement innovative experimental approaches.
• Generate, analyze, and interpret experimental data; communicate findings clearly across internal teams and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of experimental protocols and results.
• Collaborate closely in a cross-functional, multidisciplinary environment and support ongoing discovery efforts.
• Contribute to scientific publications, presentations, and potentially patent filings.
• Stay current with advances in the field and incorporate relevant techniques or insights into project work.

qualifications:
Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years, Master's with 6+ years, or PhD with 0+ years of relevant experience
• Extensive experience with primary cell culture , including keratinocytes, dermal fibroblasts, organoids, and human immune cells
• Strong hands-on experience with in vitro cell-based assays
• Familiarity with imaging technologies for data capture and analysis
• Proven ability to independently troubleshoot and solve technical problems
• Demonstrated capability to design, execute, and interpret experiments
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including technical reporting
• Ability to work both independently and in cross-functional teams
• Excellent documentation and data recording practices
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills within matrixed teams
• Track record of scientific contributions , such as publications or conference presentations

Preferred Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience with complex in vitro models , such as:
  
  
  • Spheroids
  • Organoids
  • Organ-on-a-chip
  • Microfluidic systems
• Experience specifically in skin disease modeling or autoimmune disorders
• Familiarity with Skin-on-a-Chip or other microphysiological platforms
• Knowledge of disease modeling using human primary cells
• Exposure to or experience in project management
• Familiarity with drug discovery workflows or biotech/pharma industry R&D
• Ability to integrate knowledge of autoimmune disease mechanisms into model development
• Experience presenting research to internal stakeholders or at external scientific forums
• Background in translational research or preclinical model development

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skills: Assay Development, Assay Method, Assay Verification, GLP (Good Laboratory Practice), In Vitro, Cell Cultures

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Pay 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. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.