Senior Associate Scientist - Target Discovery Research, Oncology

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The EMD Serono Research and Development Institute in Billerica, MA, is hiring a Senior Associate Scientist within our Target Discovery Research group. The Senior Associate Scientist will be responsible for conducting in vitro experiments, including cell culture, western blots, PCR, as well as over-expression, knockdowns, and CRISPR-based genome editing experiments to facilitate target identification and validation. This role offers a laboratory-based opportunity to contribute to the forefront of cancer research within a research-based drug discovery company.

• Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or other Scientific discipline with 2+ years of hands-on laboratory experience, including aseptic techniques for handling mammalian and/or cancer cell lines

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• Master's degree in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or other Scientific discipline with 1+ year of hands-on laboratory experience, including aseptic techniques for handling mammalian and/or cancer cell lines

• Demonstrated proficiency in mammalian cell culture techniques, including routine cell line maintenance, transfection, and isolation of genetically engineered clones
• Ability to operate in a rapidly evolving drug discovery environment, balancing competing priorities while supporting research efforts across diverse target classes, technologies, and therapeutic modalities
• Hands-on experience with functional genomics and gene-editing technologies, including RNA interference (RNAi) and CRISPR-based genome engineering
• Strong expertise in molecular and cellular biology techniques, including western blotting, AlphaLISA, qPCR/Taq Man assays, and related analytical methods
• Experience with flow cytometry (FACS) for cellular phenotyping, transfection assessment, cell sorting, or other cell-based applications
• Experience with cell imaging technologies, including microscopy, Incucyte live-cell imaging, or other high-content imaging platforms
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to optimize experimental workflows and interpret complex data
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional team environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Graph Pad Prism, and electronic laboratory notebooks (ELNs) for data analysis and documentation
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage…