Scientist
Location: Ridgefield
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Title: Scientist II Location: Ridgefield, CT 06877 Duration:
2 Years Description : We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated
scientist at the Scientist II level to join our Immunology and
Respiratory Disease Department located in Ridgefield, CT. The
successful candidate, with a demonstrated ability to work in a
matrix environment, will work within the Translational Biology
group to develop in vitro cellular models relevant to fibrotic
diseases. Candidate will work in a highly collaborative group and
will support research projects that aim deliver innovative drug
concepts for clinical development. Duties & Responsibilities: Work
with lab managers and team members to plan and execute cellular
assays using primary human cells. Experience with 2D and 3D
cultures is a plus. Execute relevant cellular/molecule functional
assays (ELISA, TaqMan qPCR, color-metric based assays etc.) and
cell-based imaging with minimal supervision. Perform literature
searches and extract relevant information from published protocols
and implements them; demonstrate the ability to interpret outcome
of experiments and to propose appropriate follow-up. Effectively
communicate work orally and in writing; independently complete high
quality work notebook and contribute to writing protocols and
provide input for scientific reports; demonstrate agility in
learning new techniques and adaptability to a matrixed work
culture. Work in a collaborative manner with other members in the
department; participate in cross departmental project teams when
needed. Report and treat data with a high level of integrity and
ethics; comply with applicable regulations, perform all work in a
safe manner; maintain proper records in accordance with SOPs and
policies. Skills: Previous hands-on experience in tissue culture is
a must (primary human cell culture experience is a plus). Practical
experience in basic molecular assays such as RNA isolation, qPCR,
and/or ELISA is preferred. Practical experience or knowledge in
imaging based cellular assay (i.e., immunofluorescence, live-cell
imaging) is a plus. Proficient with basic analysis software such as
Excel (must) and GraphPad Prism (preferred). Strong ability to work
in a matrix environment. Requirements : Bachelor’s Degree with 3
years’ experience or Master’s Degree in immunology, molecular
biology, biochemistry, or equivalent experience in related
field.
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