Research Scientist - Randstad

Position Description

Research Scientist

Description:

The selected individual will become a member of a team applying molecular cloning techniques to progress novel target opportunities in cancer drug discovery. Specifically, candidates will join a group of scientists engaged in the development of biochemical assays for HTS and secondary and SAR screening efforts. These efforts will ultimately lead to the identification of lead compounds, which will be further optimized to produce drug candidates for the clinic.

The individual will assist with the generation of expression vectors for baculovirus, E.coli and mammalian cells. Basic experience with molecular biology techniques such as restriction endonuclease cloning, PCR and site directed mutagenesis are required. Sequence analysis, especially using Sequencher, would be helpful.


Major Responsibilities

· ·PCR

· ·Cloning

· ·Sequence analysis

· ·Archiving plasmids

· ·Maintain clear records of experimental work


Minimum Requirements

· ·BS/MS in biochemistry or related field

· ·Experience in molecular biology

· ·Ability to work in a team-oriented environment

Preferred Background

· ·Biochemistry, biology

· ·Familiarity with Cancer Biology and drug discovery

· Expression and Purification a bonus


Work Location: Waltham MA

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