The Fountain Group
Job Overview
The Fountain Group is currently seeking an Associate Scientist for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in Cambridge, MA.
Pay: $30-34/hr.
12-month assignment with possibility for extension or conversion based on performance and budget.
Responsibilities
Support molecular biology-based screening and characterization efforts for discovery-stage biotherapeutics within the Disruptive Technologies group.
Prepare, analyze, and document biochemical reagents and samples using techniques including PCR, in vitro transcription (IVT), cell-free protein synthesis (CFPS), SDS‑PAGE, plate‑based assays, and next‑generation sequencing (NGS).
Execute experiments following established protocols and SOPs while maintaining accurate, timely documentation of results in laboratory records.
Collaborate with cross‑functional discovery and technology teams to advance innovative platforms and experimental workflows.
Maintain laboratory organization, reagent inventory, and compliance with safety, quality, and data integrity standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in biochemistry, chemical or biomedical engineering, or related fields required.
2+ years of academic or industrial research experience required.
Experience with PCR, molecular cloning, cell free protein synthesis required.
Experience with protein expression and purification required.
Experience with analytical techniques such as SDS‑PAGE and capillary electrophoresis required.
Experience with Python and liquid handling automation preferred.
Experience with DNA library construction and NGS preferred.
Experience with binding protein characterization preferred.
If you are interested in hearing more about the position, please respond to this posting with your resume attached.
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Pay: $30-34/hr.
12-month assignment with possibility for extension or conversion based on performance and budget.
Responsibilities
Support molecular biology-based screening and characterization efforts for discovery-stage biotherapeutics within the Disruptive Technologies group.
Prepare, analyze, and document biochemical reagents and samples using techniques including PCR, in vitro transcription (IVT), cell-free protein synthesis (CFPS), SDS‑PAGE, plate‑based assays, and next‑generation sequencing (NGS).
Execute experiments following established protocols and SOPs while maintaining accurate, timely documentation of results in laboratory records.
Collaborate with cross‑functional discovery and technology teams to advance innovative platforms and experimental workflows.
Maintain laboratory organization, reagent inventory, and compliance with safety, quality, and data integrity standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in biochemistry, chemical or biomedical engineering, or related fields required.
2+ years of academic or industrial research experience required.
Experience with PCR, molecular cloning, cell free protein synthesis required.
Experience with protein expression and purification required.
Experience with analytical techniques such as SDS‑PAGE and capillary electrophoresis required.
Experience with Python and liquid handling automation preferred.
Experience with DNA library construction and NGS preferred.
Experience with binding protein characterization preferred.
If you are interested in hearing more about the position, please respond to this posting with your resume attached.
Please forward this posting to any friends or colleagues as we do offer a
Referral Bonus
for any candidate hired.
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI‑generated calls, text messages, or emails from and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at
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