Scientist I - Immunology (in vitro model development for cellular assays)
TR/078371
Posted: 10/07/2025
- $37 - $40 per hour
- United States, Massachusetts, Cambridge
- Contract
Scientist I – Immunology (in vitro model development for cellular assays)
1 year contract
Cambridge, MA
Hourly Pay Rate: $37-40/hr (individual medical benefits available at a cost)
We are seeking a highly motivated Scientist to join the Immunology Department. Our team is focused on identifying new targets for the treatment of autoimmune and chronic inflammatory diseases through computational analysis of human disease tissue derived datasets and through the validation of targets using in vitro and in vivo experimental approaches to make an impact on patient lives. This scientist will support the development of preclinical in vitro models for immune-mediated diseases with a focus on psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis. Candidates will be expected to be well-versed in in vitro model development for cellular assays.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, skilled, and dedicated individual to join a team that validates targets. This position requires passion, attention to detail, prior hands-on experience and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities:
Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.
1 year contract
Cambridge, MA
Hourly Pay Rate: $37-40/hr (individual medical benefits available at a cost)
We are seeking a highly motivated Scientist to join the Immunology Department. Our team is focused on identifying new targets for the treatment of autoimmune and chronic inflammatory diseases through computational analysis of human disease tissue derived datasets and through the validation of targets using in vitro and in vivo experimental approaches to make an impact on patient lives. This scientist will support the development of preclinical in vitro models for immune-mediated diseases with a focus on psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis. Candidates will be expected to be well-versed in in vitro model development for cellular assays.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, skilled, and dedicated individual to join a team that validates targets. This position requires passion, attention to detail, prior hands-on experience and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities:
- Sterile cell culture (cell lines and primary cells)/aseptic technique
- Demonstrated ability to optimize cell culture conditions, phenotypic assays
- Demonstrated ability to perform PCR/gene analysis, protein/cytokine measures via ELISA/MSD and western blotting
- Candidates with knowledge of the following techniques will receive extra consideration: flow cytometry, tissue explants
- Proficient in maintaining accurate laboratory records and data
- Analyze data, generate PowerPoint slides and present work in internal meetings
- Bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, immunology or other biological sciences with 1-4 (BS/BA) years of experience
- Master’s degree is desired
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to collaborate with peers and their teams
Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.
Rachael Jalbuena
Recruitment Consultant
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