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Research Associate, Pathobiology

San Mateo, CA 94404

Posted: 03/22/2024 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 603180 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description


Target PR Range: 30-40/hr
*Depending on experience

Job Posting Title: Contractor, Pathobiology

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Emerging Technologies/ Multiplexing group within Pathobiology to support inflammation, oncology, and virology therapeutic areas.

The candidate provide laboratory support for multi-omics projects encompassing but not limited to transcriptomics and multiplex assays (Akoya CODEX). Key responsibilities include preparation of tissue specimens, slide/curl preparation for different workflows (standard histology as well as molecular pathology workflows) and running automated and manual immunofluorescence assays.

The successful candidate will enjoy working in a team; carefully follow scientific protocols and apply meticulous attention to detail; is highly organized, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Essential Duties and Job Functions:
  • Must be able to perform histology lab functions methodically and in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures
  • Perform routine histology such as preparing and sectioning tissues
  • Experience with high order multiplex assays (CODEX or similar) is a plus
  • Maintain required documentation of protocols, reports and ELN entries.
  • Be responsible for maintenance of assigned laboratory equipment and ensuring compliance with laboratory policies.
  • Experience using a LIMS system (e.g. PRIMA) is a plus
  • Experience with IHC/IF assay development using automated IHC platforms (Ventana, BondRx or similar) is a plus
  • Experience with whole slide scanners to scan and organize brightfield and immunofluorescent slides is a plus (e.g. Leica, Zeiss, Akoya or similar)

Knowledge, Experience and Skills:
  • Bachelors degree or higher in an area of biological science.
  • At least 2+ year(s) of experience in histotechnology (routine histology skills) is a plus.
  • Strong verbal and written communication, ability to perform within tight timelines and in a detail-oriented manner, teamwork and interpersonal skills are required.
  • Strong IT skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) are required.

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Planet Pharma and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at Planet Pharma, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma.