Research Associate- Oncology

Oncology Research Associate Cambridge, MA- ON SITE 12 month W2 contract (with potential to transition to perm) Pay rate: $30-36/hour - Depending on Education and Experience Summary: Work in oncology research within a multi disciplinary group to identify/validate novel targets and to develop/advance new chemical entities towards the clinic. Shift: Business hours Responsibilities: Perform mammalian cell culture and proliferation/viability assays Perform RNA/DNA and protein extraction from cell lines (including sample preparation for downstream applications) Design and execute RT-qPCR protocols Routinely run Western blotting / simple WES experiments Use CRISPR technology to engineer cell lines Design and conduct molecular and cellular biology experiments for compound screening or mechanistic pathway analysis using automation Work closely with senior/principal scientist and biology/chemistry group leaders to design, develop, and execute experiment protocols Record all data and results in specified forms (both electronic and paper) with accuracy and timeliness and in presentable fashion Upload biology data into company database Ensure that all safety guidelines are strictly followed at all times and maintain a clean and orderly work environment Skills or Requirements: B.A., B.Sc., or M.Sc. preferred with 5 years laboratory experience Experience in tissue culture of cancer cells is required Basic laboratory skills in molecular and cell biology is essential and experience working with small molecules in a drug discovery setting is highly desirable Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment on an interdisciplinary team Must have excellent written, communication, and presentation skills Ability to prioritize assigned work in order to meet regular timelines What's In It For You? We welcome you to be a part of one of the largest global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh's network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh's extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh's vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits 401K Retirement Saving Plan Life & Disability Insurance Direct Deposit & weekly ePayroll Employee Discount Programs Referral Bonus Programs Estimated Min Rate: $25.20 Estimated Max Rate: $36.00 Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply. Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Visit [https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities ](https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities) to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process. For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.