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Associate Scientist

South San Francisco, CA 94080

Posted: 11/10/2025 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 4736

Job Description

Our client is seeking an Associate Scientist (BS/MS in Biochemistry, Biology, or related field with 2+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience) to support biomarker assay development for preclinical programs. The ideal candidate is highly proficient at the bench, with direct experience in MSD, Luminex, ELISA, AlphaLISA, qPCR, western blot, flow cytometry, cell culture, and RNA/protein extraction. This role involves designing and executing biomarker assays, performing sample analyses across rodent, NHP, and human tissues/plasma, troubleshooting technical challenges, and generating high-quality, reproducible data under minimal supervision and in a fast-paced environment. Candidates must demonstrate strong assay development and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to rigorous experimental execution, while maintaining accurate documentation and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Basic Qualifications    
  • Associate Scientist (BS/MS in Biochemistry, Biology, or related field with 2+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience) to support biomarker assay development for preclinical programs. 
  • Technical Expertise in Molecular and Cellular Biology
  • Strong lab-based skills in a wide range of molecular, cellular, and biochemical techniques.
  • Hands-on industry experience with MSD, Luminex, ELISA, AlphaLISA, cell culture, in vitro/in vivo sample processing, RNA/protein extraction, qPCR, western blot, and flow cytometry.
  • Demonstrated proficiency validated through prior work experience, peer reviews, and references.
  • Experimental Design & Execution, Data Analysis and Problem Solving
  • Ability to quickly grasp complex tasks and independently design well-controlled experiments.
  • Skilled in executing experiments with precision, troubleshooting effectively, and maintaining rigorous timelines.
  • Strong capability in data analysis and presentation, with accurate documentation and transparent reporting of results.
  • Collaboration, Accountability, and Communication
  • Reliable and accountable contributor, able to manage multiple tasks under aggressive timelines.
  • Strong communication skills to clearly present results and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Excellent record keeping, integrity in reporting, and a proactive approach to supporting team objectives.
  • The ideal candidate is highly proficient at the bench, with direct experience in MSD, Luminex, ELISA, AlphaLISA, qPCR, western blot, flow cytometry, cell culture, and RNA/protein extraction.
  • This role involves designing and executing biomarker assays, performing sample analyses across rodent, NHP, and human tissues/plasma, troubleshooting technical challenges, and generating high-quality, reproducible data under minimal supervision and in a fast-paced environment.
  • Candidates must demonstrate strong assay development and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to rigorous experimental execution, while maintaining accurate documentation and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
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