Spatial Biology Research Scientist

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Source Inc. is an award-winning total workforce solutions company recognized by Staffing Industry Analysts for our accelerated growth of 300% in the last 3 years with over 5500+ employees globally, with over 30+ locations in the US and global operations in 32 countries. We believe in providing staffing solutions to address the current talent gap
- Right Talent
- Right Time
- Right Place
- Right Price and acting as a Career Coach to our consultants.

Company:
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Job Description:

Job Title:

Research Associate Scientific

Location:

Cambridge Crossings, Cambridge, MA 02141 Duration: 12+ Months (Extendable)

Work Schedule:

100% onsite, Monday
- Friday, normal business hours Pay rate: $32.34/hr on W2 Parking:
Candidates must be agreeable with the $20/day parking fee at Cambridge Crossings MUST HAVE LIST

• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, engineering, chemistry, physics, math, computer sciences, or related fields
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in a laboratory
• Preferred:
  Prior experience with spatial technologies (e.g., Phenocycler/CODEX, COMET, Visium, Cos Mx, Xenium, or equivalent platforms), genomics (e.g., scRNA-seq, Illumina Next Generation Sequencing), or histology workflows (e.g., multiplex IF/IHC/ISH on autostainer) - training will be provided for the right candidate
• Quick learner with an openness to adopting new technologies

Position Summary

The Research Associate scientist will be a key member of the Translational Development Team in Cambridge, MA, utilizing high-dimensional spatial and genomic profiling tools to address translational knowledge gaps across our development pipelines. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in one or more of these areas, strong foundational lab skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet project goals.

Position

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot spatial profiling instruments (Phenocycler Fusion, Visium, and related platforms)
• Prepare samples and reagents, including validation and slide preparation
• Support genomic and histological assay workflows
• Maintain accurate records, manage reagent/sample inventory, and perform routine data transfers
• Assist in the development and optimization of new spatial technology reagents and protocols

Qualifications & Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, engineering, chemistry, physics, math, computer sciences, or related fields
• 3+ years of hands-on laboratory experience
• Quick learner with genuine openness to new technologies and methodologies
• Excellent hands-on technical and organizational skills, with strong attention to detail and quality
• Effective and timely communication skills with both peers and senior leadership
• Demonstrated ability to meet project goals and timelines
• Experience in a collaborative team environment

Must have/Preferred – Spatial & Advanced Profiling (Requirement)

• Hands-on experience with spatial transcriptomics or proteomics platforms, including one or more of:
  Phenocycler/CODEX (Akoya), COMET (Lunaphore), Visium (10x Genomics), Cos Mx (Nano String/Bruker), Xenium (10x Genomics), or comparable technologies
• Familiarity with spatial assay workflows: antibody panel design, staining optimization, and image acquisition/analysis
• Experience with single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) or bulk RNA/DNA sequencing using Illumina platforms
• Familiarity with library preparation, sequencing workflows, DV200 test

Preferred – Histology/Pathology, Cell Culture (Secondary Preference)

• Experience with multiplex immunofluorescence (mIF), IHC, or ISH workflows, particularly on automated autostainer platforms (e.g., Leica Bond, Ventana)
• Basic proficiency in mammalian culture and standard laboratory assays including single cell cloning, CRISPR-Cas9, protein immunoblot and flow cytometry (4+ channels).

Working Conditions

• The position is primarily in a laboratory environment and may involve working with hazardous materials, including human tissue and blood samples
• Adherence to all relevant safety protocols and laboratory standards is required

Awards and Accolades:

• America's Most Honored Businesses (Top 10%)
• Awarded by USPAAC for the Fastest Growing Business in the US
• 12th Fastest Growing Staffing Company in USA by Staffing industry Analysts in the US (2020, 2019, 2020)
• Fastest 50 by NJ Biz (2020, 2019, 2020)
• INC 5000 Fastest growing for 8 consecutive years in a row (only 1.26% companies make it to this list)
• Top 100 by Dallas Business Journal (2020 and 2019)
• Proven Supplier of the Year by Workforce Logiq (2020 and 2019)
• 2019 Spirit of Alliance Award by Agile1
• 2018 Best of the Best Platinum Award by Agile1
• 2018 Tech Serve Alliance Excellence Awards Winner
• 2017 Best of the Best Gold Award by Agile1(Act1 Group)

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