**Scientist (Multiplex Panel)** Science & Research Houston, TX, US Pay Rate Low: 35.00 | Pay Rate High: 45.00 + Added - 18/12/2024 Apply for Job Our client is a leading biotech research company focusing on clinical research and developmental processes for new, life-changing therapeutics and treatments. Get to be a part of the groundbreaking research team, specializing in rare disease an oncology and work alongside some of the best research professionals in the field. If you are looking for career growth and professional development, this is the organization for you! + **Pay:** $35-45/hr. depending on experience + **Terms:** Contract to Hire + **Schedule:** Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm **Key Duties:** + Lead Immunofluorescence tissue based IHC Image based projects through assay design and development, validation, and execution for biomarker detection in oncology trial. + Assay design, optimizing antibody and condition for experiments, independently and accurately and presenting data + Troubleshoot and correct scientific issues/problems + Deliver high quality output while build efficiency into improving productivity metrics + Work collaboratively with other technical teams in resource sharing and providing technical expertise + Train and coach junior staff in lab techniques and performing assay + Assist with writing, reviewing and editing contract and grant applications/proposals + Assist with writing and publishing papers, abstracts, to maintain the scientific standard and image of the company + Identify, update and implement emerging laboratory techniques + Present completed work to clients, or at appropriate scientific meetings **Education/Experience:** + Ph. D. Cellular/Cancer Biology, Immunology, Stem Cell, Fetal Cell Biology or related fields and 3 years’ relevant laboratory experience + Strong expertise with CTC based immunofluorescent and tissue-based immunohistochemistry (IHC or mIF) applications, ie Opal staining is a plus + Experience with Halo analysis software, and Akoya technologies image microscopy analysis is a must or competitor technology + Experience with GT450, Lecia Bondrx and microscope is a plus + Proven skills in monitoring cell-mediated immunity through cell-based assays, flow cytometry, as well as, ELISpot, multiplexed cytokine analysis such as Mesoscale and/or Luminex are optional + Deep understanding of current GLP and/or ISO/CAP/CLIA standards + Experience with Halo analysis software + Experience in FISH, ISH, CTC, oncology, immunology or related fields with focus on cellular analysis + Familiar with GraphPad, Prism software ** **_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**_** \#LI-DNP 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.