Scientist, Biology 38826

Scientist, Biology - San Jose, CA
8 hrs/day flexible (8 am - 5 pm)
40% remote, 60% onsite, must be local
1yr contract
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3 Must haves on the resume:
** At least 2 years laboratory experience,
** problem solving skills/critical thinking,
** data analysis

Seeking qualified candidates for a yearly contract in the R&D Reagents Development organization at the San Jose location. The Reagent Development Group focuses on providing differentiated reagent solutions that uncover truths in biology and medicine. Teams of talented scientists and engineers are responsible for initiating and driving the reagent and assay development projects and integrating assays and flow cytometry instruments to create the next-generation of research and clinical Flow Cytometry platforms. Products include cell analyzers, cell sorters, reagents, assays, and software.

Job responsibilities may include hands-on laboratory testing and troubleshooting of instrumentation, preparation of biological samples, analysis of flow cytometry data, preparation of documentation to support findings, or test method development. The candidate will be performing work under the supervision of a manager/project lead who will define deliverables; meet with a senior leadership mentor; participate in project team meetings and be responsible for documenting and presenting research findings.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
o Minimum B.S. degree in Biology, Immunology, Biomedical engineering and other Biological majors.
o Minimum of 2 years' experience in clinical reference laboratories, academic research, pharma industry, contract research organizations, clinical research, or other relevant industry.
o Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint.
o Experienced in bench-testing and has effective analytical and problem-solving skills
o Extremely motivated and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment, hard-working and multidisciplinary team.

Desired:
o M.S. in Biology, Immunology, Biomedical engineering and other Biological majors
o Knowledge of or demonstrated interest in immunology, hematology and/or clinical chemistry in the clinical, research and pharmaceutical environment.
o Lab skills, including pipetting, working with blood, cells or other sample types.