Research Scientist - Discovery Biology & Translational Science

Overview

Research Scientist - Discovery Biology & Translational Science
W2 Contract
Location: Newark, CA - Onsite Role

We are seeking a highly motivated temporary Research Scientist to join the Biology and Translational Science group. This individual will support multiple research programs spanning preclinical discovery through clinical development. The role involves hands-on laboratory work, assay development, biomarker analysis, and collaborative project support in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• 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.

• 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
• Preferred experience with sample automation
• Experience handling tissue samples from preclinical models, blood-based and primary cell experiments, and cell line development is a plus.
• Strong proficiency with Graph Pad 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

• Research Scientist, Discovery Biology, Translational Science, Preclinical Discovery, Clinical Development Support
• Metabolic Disease Research, Hematological Disease Research
• Cell-Based Assay Development, Assay Optimization, High-Throughput Screening
• 96- and 384-Well Plate Assays, Reporter Assays, ELISA, MSD Platforms
• Spectral Flow Cytometry, Flow Cytometry Data Analysis
• Tissue Culture, Primary Cells, Cell Line Maintenance
• Sample Automation, Biomarker Analysis
• Target Biology, Structure-Activity Relationship (SAR) Analysis, Mechanism of Action Studies
• Experimental Design, Scientific Data Analysis, Data QC and Interpretation
• Large Dataset Management, Graph Pad Prism, Flow Cytometry Software
• Microsoft Office, Electronic Laboratory Notebooks (ELN), SOP and Protocol Development
• Technical Writing, Data Reporting, Preclinical Tissue and Blood Sample Handling
• Reagent and Sample Inventory Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Project Team Support
• Mentorship of Junior Scientists, Laboratory Operations
• Attention to Detail, Time Management, Independent Research, Multitasking
• Scientific Communication, Fast-Paced Team Environments

Bayside Solutions, Inc. is not able to sponsor any candidates at this time. Additionally, candidates for this position must qualify as a W2 candidate.

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