Associate Researcher

Job Title: Research AssociateContract Duration: 1-year assignment (potential to extend)Location Type: On-site, 5 days at Cambridge siteInterview Process: With HM + 2 colleagues 30 mins, 1 stage via teams Meet the team + technical questionsPurpose of Assignment:The primary focus of this position is to conduct high quality bench research and to perform in vitro assays that will contribute to our drug discovery efforts. This individual will work with team to ensure program goal under the close communication with internal stakeholders. In addition, individual will develop and perform in vitro studies to obtain key data for the program milestones.Key Deliverables or Milestones:· Efficient and technically competent execution of lab work designed to advance early stage projects.· Accountable for the timeliness and quality of own scientific workload.· Accountable for integrity of data generated for scientific projects.· With keeping in mind our behavioral guidelines, acts as a role model for responsible adherence toteam or policies, procedures, and guidelines for conducting work.· Accurately interpret experimental data, perform statistical analysis, formulate conclusions andcommunicate data with colleagues.· Maintenance of accurate and up to date records of experimental data.· Presentation of data at regular internal meetings.· Report to manager and program lead.Skills Experience· Proficiency in cell handling and tissue culture techniques.· Background in oncology drug discovery research, including DNA, RNA, and protein-related methodologies.· Competence in designing, developing, and executing wide range of in vitro assay.· Bachelor’s degree (BS), Master’s degree (MS) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in relevant scientific field that provides knowledge of theories, principles and concepts within biological sciences or similar discipline, ideally with 2+ years of relevant industrial laboratory experience.· Proven ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.· Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills with scientific attention to detail.· Able to work productively and to participate in a highly creative and fast-paced environment.· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.