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scientist ii
scientist ii.
ridgefield, connecticut
posted may 9, 2025
job details
summary
$40 - $42.30 per hour
contract
bachelor degree
category
life, physical, and social science occupations
reference
50808
job summary:
The Scientist II position in Ridgefield, CT, requires a candidate with hands-on experience in aseptic animal tissue culture and basic molecular biology techniques, including nucleic acid extraction, RT-PCR, Western Blot, ELISA, and transfection. This role involves independently conducting in vitro studies, interpreting results, and contributing to the design and execution of cell-based assays. The Scientist II will also be responsible for maintaining lab equipment, documenting experiments, and communicating findings through reports and presentations. A Master's or Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of experience in a related scientific discipline within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO industry is required, and proficiency in data analysis software like Excel and GraphPad Prism is essential.
location: Ridgefield, Connecticut
job type: Contract
salary: $40.00 - 42.30 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
Initiates and completes routine in vitro studies in an independent, efficient, and timely manner, with minimal supervision. Interprets the outcome of those experiments and proposes appropriate follow-up; troubleshoots effectively.
Assists in the design and execution of non-routine cell-based in vitro and biochemical assays; conducts exploratory experiments with minimal supervision.
Performs literature searches and extracts relevant information from literature and published protocols.
Independently operates and is responsible for lab equipment; troubleshoots effectively.
Communicates their own work effectively orally and in writing; contributes to writing protocols, procedures, and technical reports; provides input for scientific reports.
Reports and treats data with a high level of integrity and ethics. Maintains accurate and up-to-date electronic lab notebooks.
Complies with applicable regulations, performing all work in a safe and compliant manner; maintains proper records in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and policies.
qualifications:
Required Skills:
ASEPTIC ANIMAL TISSUE CULTURE TECHNIQUES
BASIC MOLECULAR BIOLOGY TECHNIQUES
Experience in aseptic animal tissue culture techniques and basic molecular biology techniques including nucleic acid extraction, RT-PCR, Western Blot, ELISA, transfection is required. Experimental design, execution, and interpretation in these areas will be required.
Written and verbal communication skills: concise and accurate reporting of technical data and information
Proficiency with computers and data analysis software such as Microsoft Excel and GraphPad Prism.
Required Education:
Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree with 3+ years experience in related scientific discipline; pharmaceutical, biotechnology or CRO experience is highly desirable; non-PhD applicant required.
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skills: Cell Biology, Microbiology, Cell Cultures, RT-PCR
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact ....
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.
life, physical, and social science occupations
scientist ii
scientist ii.
ridgefield, connecticut
posted may 9, 2025
job details
summary
$40 - $42.30 per hour
contract
bachelor degree
category
life, physical, and social science occupations
reference
50808
job summary:
The Scientist II position in Ridgefield, CT, requires a candidate with hands-on experience in aseptic animal tissue culture and basic molecular biology techniques, including nucleic acid extraction, RT-PCR, Western Blot, ELISA, and transfection. This role involves independently conducting in vitro studies, interpreting results, and contributing to the design and execution of cell-based assays. The Scientist II will also be responsible for maintaining lab equipment, documenting experiments, and communicating findings through reports and presentations. A Master's or Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of experience in a related scientific discipline within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO industry is required, and proficiency in data analysis software like Excel and GraphPad Prism is essential.
location: Ridgefield, Connecticut
job type: Contract
salary: $40.00 - 42.30 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
Initiates and completes routine in vitro studies in an independent, efficient, and timely manner, with minimal supervision. Interprets the outcome of those experiments and proposes appropriate follow-up; troubleshoots effectively.
Assists in the design and execution of non-routine cell-based in vitro and biochemical assays; conducts exploratory experiments with minimal supervision.
Performs literature searches and extracts relevant information from literature and published protocols.
Independently operates and is responsible for lab equipment; troubleshoots effectively.
Communicates their own work effectively orally and in writing; contributes to writing protocols, procedures, and technical reports; provides input for scientific reports.
Reports and treats data with a high level of integrity and ethics. Maintains accurate and up-to-date electronic lab notebooks.
Complies with applicable regulations, performing all work in a safe and compliant manner; maintains proper records in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and policies.
qualifications:
Required Skills:
ASEPTIC ANIMAL TISSUE CULTURE TECHNIQUES
BASIC MOLECULAR BIOLOGY TECHNIQUES
Experience in aseptic animal tissue culture techniques and basic molecular biology techniques including nucleic acid extraction, RT-PCR, Western Blot, ELISA, transfection is required. Experimental design, execution, and interpretation in these areas will be required.
Written and verbal communication skills: concise and accurate reporting of technical data and information
Proficiency with computers and data analysis software such as Microsoft Excel and GraphPad Prism.
Required Education:
Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree with 3+ years experience in related scientific discipline; pharmaceutical, biotechnology or CRO experience is highly desirable; non-PhD applicant required.
#LI-AO1
skills: Cell Biology, Microbiology, Cell Cultures, RT-PCR
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact ....
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.
Job ID: 479545442
Originally Posted on: 6/3/2025
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