Assistant Scientist
Listed on 2026-02-02
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Research/Development
Clinical Research, Research Scientist, Medical Technologist & Lab Technician -
Healthcare
Clinical Research, Medical Technologist & Lab Technician
Overview
ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking an Assistant Scientist for a 12+ month contract position with a pharmaceutical company. This is an on-site position located in Rahway, NJ.
Responsibilities- Prepare laboratory reagents, solutions, and culture media
- Perform lab-scale fermentation runs to meet different needs
- Set up process equipment for lab-scale experiments
- Perform analytical assays
- Analyze, collate, track, and report data back to client staff members
- Maintain records and test results following good laboratory practices (GLP) guidance
- Work independently and efficiently
- Document work clearly and perform tests accurately
- Communicate effectively with client staff members
- B.S. in Biology, Bio/chemistry, Bio/chemical Engineering, or related science or engineering field.
- At least 1 year of laboratory experience in Molecular Biology, Protein Biochemistry, and/or upstream process development.
- This position will require occasional off-hour and/or weekend work (10-20% of hours may be off-shift).
- This position will require work with Biosafety Level-1 organisms.
- Only candidates available and ready to work directly as ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.
- General laboratory skills, experience with aseptic manipulations, pipettes
- Experience in culturing microbial cells at different scales
- Experience in protein biochemistry and analytical methods (e.g. SDS-PAGE, Western Blot, ELISA)
- Basic knowledge of fermentation
- Experience using formulas and linking spreadsheets in Excel
- Highly computer literate. Capable of quickly learning and adapting to new computer programs.
- Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
- Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
- Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
Pay range
: up to $32.14 per hour
If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!
ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.
Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
Our team stays close to the process and is here to guide you every step of the way. To learn more, please visit our website.
ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran
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