**Scientist II** Science & Research Ridgefield, CT, US Pay Rate Low: 35 | Pay Rate High: 38 + Added - 24/02/2025 Apply for Job Our client is a global, research-driven pharmaceutical focusing on treatment options for diseases and conditions for which there is no satisfactory treatment option to date. The company is looking for a Scientist II to join the team. This is an amazing opportunity to work on cutting edge treatments and make a difference! **Immunology and Respiratory Disease** **Location:** Ridgefield, CT **Contract:** 2 years **Pay:** 35-38/hr **Qualifications:** + Bachelor’s Degree with 3+ years of experience or a Master’s Degree in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field. + Hands-on experience in tissue culture, including primary human cell culture (preferred). + Practical experience in basic molecular assays such as RNA isolation, qPCR, and/or ELISA (preferred). + Experience with imaging-based cellular assays (e.g., immunofluorescence, live-cell imaging) is a plus. + Proficient in data analysis using software such as Excel (required) and GraphPad Prism (preferred). + Experience with 2D and 3D cellular cultures is a plus. **Responsibilities:** + Collaborate with lab managers and team members to plan and execute cellular assays using primary human cells. + Execute cellular and molecular functional assays (e.g., ELISA, TaqMan qPCR, colorimetric assays, etc.) and cell-based imaging independently. + Conduct literature searches to gather relevant information from published protocols and apply them in experiments. + Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and propose appropriate follow-up steps. + Maintain detailed and high-quality lab notebooks and contribute to the writing of protocols and scientific reports. + Communicate research findings effectively in oral and written formats. + Participate in cross-departmental project teams as needed, collaborating with other members of the department. + Ensure data integrity and adhere to ethical standards in research. + Comply with applicable regulations and maintain proper records according to SOPs and policies. + Maintain a safe work environment and follow safety protocols. _This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!_ _INDBH_ We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.