Job Title: Bench Scientist Location: Cambridge, MA Type: Contract Overview Leading pharmaceutical company looking for an experienced Bench Scientist. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelors degree with 5+ years of experience or a Masters degree with 3+ years of experience in Assay Design/Validation, ELISA and more. Responsibilities Seeking a highly motivated scientist with experience in liquid-handling automation to establish binding and functional assays to support hit-to-lead discovery of large molecule therapeutics. The candidate will play a critical role in the design and execution of biochemical and of cell-based functional assays and high-throughput screening to support the biologics portfolio. The candidate will be responsible for the design and execution of experiments using a variety of detection technologies that may include HTRF, ELISA/DELFIA, FACS, and cell-based functional assays focused on signaling, proliferation, or cytotoxicity. In addition, the candidate will analyze data, present results at internal meetings, and closely collaborate with project team members to develop strategies and identify lead molecules. We are looking for a creative, solution-oriented individual who enjoys the opportunity to explore new methods. Requirements + Assay Design/Validation and Data QC + Excellent cell culture experience, ability to maintain multiple lines in parallel + High Throughput Screening including use of automation including Beckman I series. + Experience with assay technologies including ELISA, FACS, cell-based reporter assays, AlphaLISA and cytotoxicity. + Familiar with analysis programs such as GeneData Screener and GraphPad Prism, and LIMS programs such as GeneData Biologics. Benefits System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan. Ref: #558-Scientific System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.