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Scientist II

Contract: Worcester, Massachusetts, US

Salary Range: 43.00 - 47.00 | Per Hour

Job Code: 365808

End Date: 2025-12-14

Days Left: 26 days, 16 hours left

Position Details:
Industry: Pharmaceutical / Biotechnology
Job Title: Scientist II
Location: Worcester, MA 01605
Duration: 6 Months (++ Possible Extension)
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Setting: Laboratory-based (Immunohistochemistry / Pathology)
Pay Range: $43.00 - $48.00 per hour 

Overview:
The Scientist II will perform routine single-plex and multiplex immunohistochemistry (IHC) to support drug discovery programs in areas such as target validation, distribution, pharmacology, and exploratory safety studies. The role requires precision, independence, and familiarity with Leica Bond Rx instrumentation, as well as the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary research team environment.
 
Major Responsibilities:
  • Perform IHC and in situ hybridization (ISH) using the Leica Bond Rx platform.
  • Execute single-plex and multiplex IHC assays for various research studies
  • Utilize Lumiphores COMET platform for multiplex staining (training provided).
  • Track and manage laboratory samples using Sample Manager and Dream Path systems.
  • Collaborate with pathologists and project teams to ensure high-quality data delivery.
  • Maintain detailed experimental records following established protocols and documentation standards.
  • Ensure adherence to laboratory safety and quality compliance practices.
  • Prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects independently.
Basic Qualifications:
  • B.S. or B.A. in Biology, Chemistry, or related scientific field
  • Immunohistochemistry experience from a pharmaceutical, CRO, or biotech company
  • Working knowledge of IHC / ISH on the Leica Bond Rx platform
  • Strong attention to detail and adherence to laboratory protocols
  • MS Office proficiency (Excel, OneNote, Word)
  • Excellent teamwork, communication, and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Haves):
  • QIHC certification (Qualified in Immunohistochemistry)
  • 3–5 years of experience in histology or pathology laboratories
  • Experience in troubleshooting IHC assays
  • Exposure to multiplex IHC (e.g., Lumiphores COMET)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
Core Competencies:
  • Independent, detail-oriented, analytical thinker
  • Effective communicator and collaborator
  • High adaptability and strong organizational discipline
  • Commitment to accuracy, reproducibility, and scientific integrity
Physical / Environmental Conditions:
  • Continuous standing (>2 consecutive hours per shift)
  • Routine exposure to laboratory chemicals

Benefits:
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, (paid time, paid sick and safe time hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, paid holidays annually – These all are subject to applicable eligibility).

Job Requirement
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • IHC
  • ISH
  • Leica
  • BondRx
  • SampleManager
  • DreamPath
  • Excel
  • OneNote
  • Documentation
  • Detail-oriented
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Organization
  • Independence
  • Compliance
  • Multitasking
  • Standing
  • Chemicals
  • QIHC
  • Histology
  • Pathology
  • Troubleshooting
  • Multiplex
  • COMET
  • Writing
  • Verbal
  • Lumiphores COMET
  • CRO
  • pharmaceutical
  • biotech
  • Immunohistochemistry
  • Dream Path
  • Sample Manager
  • in situ hybridization
  • pharmacology
Reach Out to a Recruiter
  • Recruiter
  • Email
  • Phone
  • Siddhi Kadakia
  • siddhi.kadakia@collabera.com
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