Now Hiring an Associate Scientist Pay: 90 - 100K/year Location: Must be local in the State of MN Job Description: The Associate Scientist performs research and testing within a CLIA-certified, high-complexity clinical testing and R&D laboratory. Key Responsibilities: + Assist in the development, validation, and implementation of cell pathway and signaling assays for human cells from various tissue sources and cell lines. + Culture and prepare consistent batches of human cells for assays. + Maintain multiple human cell samples grown under various laboratory conditions. + Perform assays to identify and sort cell types by biomarkers. + Perform genotypic and pathway characterizations for human cells. + Collaborate with science Directors to develop new assays or troubleshoot existing assays. + Manage, organize, and maintain laboratory resources, instruments, procedures/protocols. + Provide documentation control support, including cell assay R&D result records and procedures. + Acquire competency in several clinical diagnostic procedures. + Adhere and facilitate the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument calibrations, and maintenance. + Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems do not meet the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance. + Document corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications. + Maintain compliance with HIPAA requirements, follow laboratory standard operating procedures and CAP/CLIA regulations; adhere to safety regulations Additional Skills & Qualifications: + Advanced Degree preferred in Bioengineering, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Oncology, or Translational or Systems Medicine, with experience in research laboratory in molecular cell biology, human cell culture and microplate-based live cell assay development + Ph.D. with minimum of 5 years post-doctoral experience developing activity-based live cell assays for small molecules + OR Master’s Degree with a minimum of 18 years of industry experience developing activity based live cell assays for small molecules + OR bachelor of Science degree with a minimum of 20 years of industry experience developing activity-based live cell assays for small molecules + Experience in a medical laboratory or biotechnology setting consistent with the job duties and responsibilities + Prefer experience with development of cell cytometry (5-channel) and immunochemistry assays for human cells, human primary cell work and Luminex experience highly preferred Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $114000.00 - $114000.00/yr. • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Minneapolis,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 14, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.