Associate Scientist

Description

You will work in the Pathology Lab in the Translational Safety Bioanalytical Sciences Department in South San Francisco, CA. The Associate Scientist will develop and implement specialized tissue-based assays including multiplex assays and image analysis to support specific portfolio related questions on target expression and preclinical model development.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with development and implementation of histopathology assays including single and multiplex immunohistochemistry IHC assays in situ hybridization ISH both colorimetric and immunofluorescent and use a variety of imaging modalities.
• Assist with performing image analysis.
• Participate in collaborate with Pathologists Scientists and Research Associates on multiple concurrent projects to evaluate and deliver data contribute to early programs and assist with determining mechanism of action and toxicity.
• Work as part of a cross functional team to provide tissue-based assay development for target qualification pharmacodynamic and efficacy readouts and biomarker development.
• Organize and present data including all documentation in required lab information systems and databases as well as team communications.
• 90% of time will be spent in the lab. This will be onsite in SSF with a roughly 9-5 schedule.

Basic Qualifications

• Masters degree OR Bachelor's degree and 2 years scientific experience
• Immunohistochemistry pathology histology experience needed
• Experience with Leica Bond Ventana and/or Intellipath is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in cellular biology molecular biology or related discipline.
• Two or more years experience in molecular pathology in an industry setting.
• Basic hands-on experience in a variety of pathology-based methodologies including IHC multiplex IHC immunofluorescence imaging and other advanced microscopy digital pathology/image analysis specialized tissue sectioning and histology procedures.
• Experience with Leica Bond Ventana and/ or Intellipath is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in South San Francisco,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 2025.

About Actalent

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