Scientist II, Cell Biology

Job Title: Scientist II, Cell Biology

Location: Eugene, OR (On-Site)

Duration: 08 months contract on W2+ high possibility of extension

Shift: M-F, 9AM-5PM

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Summary:

As part of the cell biology R&D team, you will be at the forefront of protein and cell analysis, developing fluorescent reagents and assays for flow cytometry and microscopy applications.

In this role, the Scientist II will work independently and as part of a team of scientist on new product development projects and Client applications for existing reagents portfolio.

The Scientist II will apply their technical skills to plan, execute, and troubleshoot cell-based laboratory experiments within set timelines, and contribute to other lab activities as required.

Responsibilities:

Evaluate new fluorescence reagents in different cell models using fluorescence imaging.

Develop cell-viability and metabolic assays for imaging applications.

Design and conduct experiments with guidance, analyzes data, and present to team members and internal stakeholders.

Solve problems of moderate Product using technical knowledge and design controls

Generate data to support the use of existing and new products in different biological applications.

Contribute scientific content and graphical data to marketing content

Adhere to internal policies and procedures, as well as external quality standards

Qualification:

Education

MS degree in cell biology, molecular biology, or related field or BS with 3 years of relevant experience. Industry experience preferred

Experience

Have at least one-year experience in a research laboratory setting

Have experience with cell culture and fluorescence imaging

Knowledge and experience working with laboratory instruments

Skills and Abilities

Practical laboratory experience in maintaining and preparing mammalian cell culture

Experience in cell staining and treatment.

Experience in cell viability and metabolism assays

Experience in RNA FISH technologies and IHC

Hand on experience with fluorescence microProducts (widefield, confocal, etc..)

Experience with image processing techniques and common software (ImageJ)

Demonstrated experimental accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to work towards goals and results

Excellent written and verbal presentation skills

Demonstrated ability to design, execute and troubleshoot experiments under moderate supervision