Senior Scientist Bioscience
GTT
Gaithersburg, MD
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JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Gaithersburg, MD
POSTED
11 days ago
Primary Job Title: Senior Scientist Bioscience
Alternate/Related Job Titles:
- Senior Scientist – Immunology
- Senior Research Scientist (Bioscience)
- Oncology Research Scientist
- Translational Scientist – Oncology
- Cell Biology Scientist
Location: Gaithersburg, MD
Onsite Flexibility: Onsite
Contract Details (Contract roles only):
- Position Type: Contract
- Contract Duration: 8 months
- Start: As Soon As Possible
- Pay Rate: $55 - $72/hr
Job Summary:
The Senior Scientist Bioscience will independently design, direct, and execute research experiments within the bioscience discipline. This role supports early oncology initiatives through hands-on laboratory work and cross-functional collaboration, contributing to patient-centric model systems that inform drug development decisions.
The Senior Scientist Bioscience will independently design, direct, and execute research experiments within the bioscience discipline. This role supports early oncology initiatives through hands-on laboratory work and cross-functional collaboration, contributing to patient-centric model systems that inform drug development decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Initiate, direct, and perform research experiments with minimal supervision
- Develop and implement experimental strategies aligned to research objectives
- Conduct ex vivo tumor processing and microscopy-based tissue characterization
- Perform multiplex cytokine assays (MSD) and other cell-based assays
- Maintain and apply strong aseptic techniques in laboratory environments
- Collaborate across cross-functional teams to support early oncology research
- Train and mentor less experienced scientists
- Analyze experimental data and contribute to scientific insights and reporting
- Support projects that drive innovation in drug development
Required Experience:
- Strong laboratory experience with aseptic technique and sterile sample handling
- Experience in cell culture and cell-based assays
- Hands-on experience with tissue culture and sterile processing
- Background in immunology with practical lab experience
- Experience with in vitro immune assays such as ELISA, FACS, or protein characterization
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Experience gained through industry roles, internships, co-ops, or significant lab work
Nice-to-Have Experience:
- Experience with multiplex assays (MSD/ELISA)
- Flow cytometry expertise
- Tissue processing and microscopy-based analysis
- Experience with proteomics or mass spectrometry
- Prior experience in oncology or translational research environments
Required Skills:
- Cell Culture & Aseptic Technique
- Immunology & In Vitro Assays
- Experimental Design & Execution
Preferred Skills:
- Flow Cytometry (FACS)
- Multiplex Assays (MSD/ELISA)
- Tissue Processing & Microscopy
- Proteomics / Mass Spectrometry
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Additional Skills:
- Ex vivo tumor processing
- Cytokine assay execution
- Scientific mentoring and training
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Laboratory operations and compliance
- Stakeholder collaboration in research environments
Benefits:
- Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
- 401k Retirement Fund
About the Client:
Leading organization focused on advancing bioscience and oncology research through innovative, patient-centric approaches. Dedicated to developing therapies that improve patient outcomes and drive scientific discovery.
Leading organization focused on advancing bioscience and oncology research through innovative, patient-centric approaches. Dedicated to developing therapies that improve patient outcomes and drive scientific discovery.
About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Job Number: 26-02724
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