Scientist
 Spectraforce Technologies | |
 United States, Illinois, Waukegan | |
 Sep 03, 2025 | |
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Job title: Scientist
Duration: through end of December (possibility of extension depending on budget, performance, etc.) Location/Site: Onsite - Cambridge, MA, 02138 What are the top 3-5 skills, experience or education required for this position: MSD, ELISA, RNA Isolation and PCR Description: The Immunology R&D organization is expanding its team at the Cambridge Research Center in Cambridge, MA. We are looking to fulfill a short-term need with mesoscale discovery (MSD) analysis through December, 2025 with a highly motivated Associate Scientist to join our Immunology Department. Our team is dedicated to discovering new targets for treating autoimmune and chronic inflammatory diseases through computational analysis of human disease tissue-derived datasets and validating these targets using in vitro and in vivo experimental methods to positively impact patient lives. In addition to supporting MSD needs within the Department of Immunology, the candidate will assist with various assays within dermatology, including RNA isolation and PCR. The ideal candidate will have MSD experience, but experience with ELISA is acceptable. 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: * Demonstrated ability to perform protein/cytokine measurements using MSD and ELISA * Demonstrated ability to perform RNA isolation and run quantitative PCR Qualifications Position will be hired based on level of experience. * Bachelor's degree in molecular biology, immunology or other biological sciences with 1-4 (BS/BA) years of experience * Excellent communication skills * Ability to collaborate with peers and their teams Key Competencies: * Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of the team to enable high performance * Learns fast, grasps the "essence" and can change course quickly where indicated * Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo * Creates a learning environment, open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement * Embraces the ideas of others and nurtures innovation to make possibilities real | |