Scientist I - Mammalian Cell Culture

Scientist I - Mammalian Cell Culture
Onsite in North Chicago, IL
6 Months initial contract
Hourly Pay Rate: $33-36/hr (employee medical benefits available at a cost)

Orion Group has an exciting opportunity for a Scientist to work with our premiere global pharmaceutical manufacturing client in North Chicago, IL. We are seeking a conscientious scientist who will make substantial contributions to the execution of research studies, within a highly collaborative environment, investigating fibrotic diseases.

Job Responsibilities:
* A primary responsibility of the successful candidate will be to perform assays determining cytokine/chemokine levels, gene expression changes, and cell surface protein marker levels from preclinical studies from mammalian cells and human tissue samples.
* Develop and optimize new methods/techniques to generate reliable and reproducible data in a timely manner. Strong problem solving skills are required.
* Working closely with their supervisor this scientist will schedule and prioritize workload to manage several tasks simultaneously.
* The candidate must be willing to work as part of a multidisciplinary research team in an exciting, fast-paced environment under the mentorship of a supervisor.

Qualifications:
* BS or MS in Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Immunology, or a related field. (Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in mammalian cell culture and molecular biology.)
* Expertise in mammalian cell culture, ELISA/MSD assays, mRNA isolation and qPCR, flow cytometry and analysis of protein expression by Western Blot are key skills needed for this position.
* Familiarity with GraphPad Prism a plus.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to present data clearly and thoroughly using written (PowerPoint, Word) and verbal approaches.
* Highly developed communication skills and keen ability to engage internal and external team members in collaborative research.

Education Requirements:
* BS +3 years of experience, MS +0 years of experience required to ensure that incumbent has necessary theoretical and practical knowledge to do the job.

What are the top 3-5 skills, experience or education required for this position:
* Knowledgeable in Cell culture techniques (aseptically plating, splitting, freeze/thawing, counting etc)
* Proficient in running ELISAs
* RNA isolation and PCR/qRT-PCR
* Western blots preferred but not totally necessary
* Flow knowledge would be a bonus

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.