Research Scientist, Cell and Molecular Biology

Research Scientist, Cell and Molecular Biology - Contract - Wilmington DE

Ready to be the heartbeat of medical research? Join our client as a Research Scientist and assist in turning innovative science into life-changing care!

Proclinical is seeking a Research Scientist specializing in Cell and Molecular Biology to contribute to cancer drug discovery programs.

Primary Responsibilities:

In this role, you will focus on developing pre-clinical model systems to identify and validate novel therapeutic targets. You will work independently on molecular and cellular biology techniques while collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance research goals.

Skills & Requirements:

• Degree in molecular biology, stem cell biology, or a related field (Bachelor's with relevant experience or Master's with industry experience).
• Proven expertise in developing and optimizing functional cellular assays for proliferation, differentiation, and apoptosis in biologically relevant models.
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of primary stem cells; experience in hematopoietic stem cell biology or myeloid malignancies (e.g., MPN, MDS, AML) is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in molecular and cellular biology techniques such as ELISA, MSD-based assays, Western blotting, multicolor flow cytometry, and CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing platforms. Experience with CRISPR-based screening is a plus.

The Research Scientist's responsibilities will be:

• Design, execute, and interpret experiments using chemical and genetic approaches with scientific independence.
• Develop and utilize disease-relevant preclinical models to explore target biology and address complex hypotheses.
• Support small- and large-molecule screening efforts, ensuring data quality and translational relevance.
• Collaborate with internal teams across drug discovery functions to achieve shared objectives.
• Adapt and acquire new skills and competencies as required by project needs.
• Communicate complex scientific findings effectively to both internal and external audiences.

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Mike Raletz at [email protected]

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