Principal Associate Scientist

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Principal Associate Scientist

12-month Contract

Onsite in Cambridge, MA

Key Responsibilities

Compound Management (50%)

• Process compound requests and prepare assay-ready plates using automation and sample management tools

• Coordinate and track incoming/outgoing shipments to CRO partners and collaborators

• Maintain compound library integrity, ensuring accurate records and quality control

• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of liquid handling systems

Assay Development (50%)

• Develop, miniaturize, and execute biochemical and cell-based assays in 384-well and 1536-well formats

• Operate automation platforms and liquid handling robotics to support high-throughput screening (HTS) and hit-to-lead activities

• Analyze, interpret, and report assay data with an emphasis on quality, reproducibility, and data integrity

Qualifications

• B.S. in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field with up to 4 years of relevant lab experience; or M.S. with up to 2 years of relevant experience

• Hands-on experience with plate-based biochemical and/or cell-based assays

• Strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills

• Detail-oriented and collaborative, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in compound management, LIMS/databases, and high-throughput screening workflows

• Familiarity with automation platforms and liquid handling robotics

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Science and Research

• Industries

  Biotechnology Research and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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