Senior Associate Scientist

biophaseSan Diego, CASenior L5

$45 - $55/hr

Molecular and Cellular Biologists Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists Biological Scientists, All Other

Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing

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Senior / Associate Scientist, Translational Comp: $45 - $55/hr DOE Status: Contractor Must be in San DiegoNo PhdsThe Opportunity We're looking for a hands-on translational researcher to drive biomarker discovery and translational studies across oncology, immunology, and in vivo pharmacology programs. You'll run molecular and tissue-based assays, manage sample workflows end to end, analyze resulting data, and work closely with cross-functional research teams. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in qPCR, tissue processing, mammalian cell culture, and biomarker analysis. Background in IHC, multiplex IHC, immunofluorescence, spatial biology, or other tissue-based techniques is a strong plus.

What You'll Do:

Lead translational research studies spanning oncology, immunology, and in vivo pharmacology
Carry out RNA/DNA extraction, qPCR and RT-qPCR, gene-expression analysis, and sample prep
Run mammalian cell culture and support in vitro pharmacology work
Process and manage tissue samples for downstream molecular and histological analysis
Perform or coordinate IHC, multiplex IHC, immunofluorescence, spatial biology, and related biomarker assays
Support tissue-based molecular characterization using both internal platforms and external partners
Analyze data, keep precise experimental records, and communicate results clearly
Optimize, validate, and troubleshoot assays to strengthen quality and reproducibility
Partner closely with Translational Sciences, Biology, Pharmacology, and Biomarker teams
Help maintain lab compliance, inventory, equipment upkeep, and documentation
What You Bring
Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, biotechnology, immunology, cancer biology, or related field 8+ years of relevant biotech or pharma industry experience
Hands-on expertise with qPCR/RT-qPCR, nucleic acid isolation, mammalian cell culture, tissue processing, and IHCStrong documentation habits and data-analysis skills
Comfort independently driving lab studies in a fast-paced, cross-functional setting

Nice to Have:

Experience supporting oncology, immunology, or early clinical development programs
Multiplex IHC, immunofluorescence, spatial biology, FFPE tissue, or digital pathology experience
Familiarity with translational biomarker development and PD assessments
Exposure to in vivo pharmacology and tissue-collection workflows

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