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Job Summary
Associate Scientist (BS/MS in Biochemistry, Biology, or related field with 2+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience) to support biomarker assay development for preclinical programs.
Highly proficient bench, with direct experience in MSD, Luminex, ELISA, AlphaLISA, qPCR, western blot, flow cytometry, cell culture, and RNA/protein extraction.
Design and execute biomarker assays, perform sample analyses across rodent, NHP, and human tissues/plasma, troubleshoot technical challenges, and generate high-quality, reproducible data under minimal supervision in a fast‑paced environment.
Strong assay development and problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, commitment to rigorous experimental execution, and accurate documentation while collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams.
Responsibilities
Support biomarker assay development and biomarker measurements for preclinical cardiometabolic programs.
Collaborate with biomarker leads to design, optimize, and execute fit‑for‑purpose assays for biomarker validation and quantification.
Perform biomarker measurements across diverse sample types, including rodent, NHP, and human plasma/tissues.
Accurately execute experiments, maintain detailed records, and ensure data quality, integrity, and reproducibility.
Analyze and interpret experimental results, prepare reports, and present data to project teams to guide next‑step decisions.
Troubleshoot assay challenges, adapt protocols as needed, and apply both commercial and custom assay solutions for novel biomarker measurement.
Maintain compliance with laboratory safety standards, quality practices, and documentation requirements.
Contribute as a reliable team member, supporting multiple projects under tight timelines.
Qualifications
Masters degree OR Bachelors degree and 2 years of experience OR Associate's degree and 4 years of experience OR High school diploma / GED and 6 years of experience.
Technical Expertise in Molecular and Cellular Biology with strong lab‑based skills in a wide range of molecular, cellular, and biochemical techniques.
Hands‑on industry experience with MSD, Luminex, ELISA, AlphaLISA, cell culture, in vitro/in vivo sample processing, RNA/protein extraction, qPCR, western blot, and flow cytometry.
Evidence of proficiency validated through prior work experience, peer reviews, and references.
Experimental Design & Execution, Data Analysis and Problem Solving skills.
Collaboration, Accountability, and Communication strengths.
Location: South San Francisco, California
Job Type: Contract
Salary: $30.00 - $36.05 per hour
Work Hours: 9 to 5
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Associate Scientist
role at
Randstad Life Sciences US
Job Summary
Associate Scientist (BS/MS in Biochemistry, Biology, or related field with 2+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience) to support biomarker assay development for preclinical programs.
Highly proficient bench, with direct experience in MSD, Luminex, ELISA, AlphaLISA, qPCR, western blot, flow cytometry, cell culture, and RNA/protein extraction.
Design and execute biomarker assays, perform sample analyses across rodent, NHP, and human tissues/plasma, troubleshoot technical challenges, and generate high-quality, reproducible data under minimal supervision in a fast‑paced environment.
Strong assay development and problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, commitment to rigorous experimental execution, and accurate documentation while collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams.
Responsibilities
Support biomarker assay development and biomarker measurements for preclinical cardiometabolic programs.
Collaborate with biomarker leads to design, optimize, and execute fit‑for‑purpose assays for biomarker validation and quantification.
Perform biomarker measurements across diverse sample types, including rodent, NHP, and human plasma/tissues.
Accurately execute experiments, maintain detailed records, and ensure data quality, integrity, and reproducibility.
Analyze and interpret experimental results, prepare reports, and present data to project teams to guide next‑step decisions.
Troubleshoot assay challenges, adapt protocols as needed, and apply both commercial and custom assay solutions for novel biomarker measurement.
Maintain compliance with laboratory safety standards, quality practices, and documentation requirements.
Contribute as a reliable team member, supporting multiple projects under tight timelines.
Qualifications
Masters degree OR Bachelors degree and 2 years of experience OR Associate's degree and 4 years of experience OR High school diploma / GED and 6 years of experience.
Technical Expertise in Molecular and Cellular Biology with strong lab‑based skills in a wide range of molecular, cellular, and biochemical techniques.
Hands‑on industry experience with MSD, Luminex, ELISA, AlphaLISA, cell culture, in vitro/in vivo sample processing, RNA/protein extraction, qPCR, western blot, and flow cytometry.
Evidence of proficiency validated through prior work experience, peer reviews, and references.
Experimental Design & Execution, Data Analysis and Problem Solving skills.
Collaboration, Accountability, and Communication strengths.
Location: South San Francisco, California
Job Type: Contract
Salary: $30.00 - $36.05 per hour
Work Hours: 9 to 5
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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