Bayside Solutions · 3 hours ago
Research Scientist - Discovery Biology & Translational Science
Newark, NJ
Contract
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
1+ years expBayside Solutions is seeking a highly motivated temporary Research Scientist to join their Biology and Translational Science group. This role involves supporting multiple research programs from preclinical discovery to clinical development, with a focus on hands-on laboratory work, assay development, and collaborative project support.
Information TechnologyStaffing AgencyTelecommunicationsVirtual Reality
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Responsibilities
Serve in a scientific role supporting programs in metabolic and hematological diseases
Perform hands-on benchwork, including assay development and optimization for high-throughput compound screening using cell-based assays (e.g., reporter assays, ELISA/MSD, flow cytometry)
Work with 96- and 384-well plate formats
Design and execute experiments to understand target biology, structure-activity relationships (SAR), and mechanisms of action
Analyze, QC, interpret, summarize, and communicate scientific data to project teams in a timely manner
Maintain electronic laboratory notebooks to industry standards, including protocols/SOPs, raw data, and analyses
Lead and/or contribute to the writing and revision of technical documents, including testing protocols, SOPs, and data reports
Collaborate closely within the biology group and cross-functional discovery teams; provide guidance to junior scientists as needed
Support data management, reagent and sample inventories, and cell line maintenance
Ensure laboratory reagents, instruments, and processes are current and meet industry standards
Qualification
Required
PhD in Bioengineering, Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related field with 1-2 years of industry experience, or
MS in a related field with 5+ years of industry experience
Experience in metabolic disease, hematological disease, muscle function, or related areas preferred
Proficiency in cell-based assay development (reporter assays, MSD, ELISA)
Tissue culture with cell lines and/or primary cells
Spectral flow cytometry
Strong proficiency with GraphPad Prism, flow cytometry software, and Microsoft Office for data analysis and presentation
Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to independently QC, interpret, and manage large datasets
Willingness and ability to learn new techniques and scientific concepts
Capable of working independently while managing multiple priorities
Self-motivated, proactive, and able to take initiative
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proven ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment
Preferred
Experience handling tissue samples from preclinical models, blood-based and primary cell experiments, and cell line development is a plus
Preferred experience with sample automation
Company
Bayside Solutions
Bayside Solutions is a staffing and recruiting company offering IT, telecom, and scientific staffing services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
B
Bob Klotz
Founder
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