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Associate Scientist
Andover, MA 01810
18 Months, Contract
On-site
Job Summary
- Job Title:
- Associate Scientist
- Posted Date:
- Sep 9, 2025
- Duration:
- 18 Months, Contract
- Shift(s):
-
09:00 - 17:00
- Salary ($):
- 40.61 - 41.90 per Hourly (compensation based on experience and qualifications)
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- Name:
- Satnam Singh
- Email:
- satnam@rangam.com
- Phone:
- 513-447-8917
Description
Rangam is seeking candidates for a Contract role as a Associate Scientist with our client Pfizer, one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies. Seeking candidates in Andover, MA or willing to relocate.
Shift: Other (09:00 AM - 05:00 AM)
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Associate Scientist to join our analytical team. The successful candidate will support the characterization and quality assessment of protein and nucleic acid-based therapeutics using a variety of biochemical and molecular biology techniques.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform routine and non-routine analysis of samples using:
- Agarose gel electrophoresis for plasmid DNA analysis
- SDS-PAGE for protein characterization
- Plate reader-based assays (e.g., absorbance, fluorescence)
- Western blotting for detection and quantification
- Prepare reagents, buffers, and samples according to SOPs and protocols
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in laboratory notebooks and electronic systems
- Analyze and interpret data, and present findings in team meetings
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including upstream, downstream
- Assist in method development, optimization, and troubleshooting
- Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field
- 1–3 years of hands-on laboratory experience in an academic or industry setting
- Proficiency in gel electrophoresis, SDS-PAGE, western blotting, and plate-based assays
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with plasmid DNA quantification
- Familiarity with GLP/GMP environments
- Knowledge of data analysis software (e.g., ImageJ)
Key Responsibilities:
- Agarose gel electrophoresis for plasmid DNA analysis
- SDS-PAGE for protein characterization
- Plate reader-based assays (e.g., absorbance, fluorescence)
- Western blotting for detection and quantification
- Prepare reagents, buffers, and samples according to SOPs and protocols
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in laboratory notebooks and electronic systems
- Analyze and interpret data, and present findings in team meetings
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including upstream, downstream
- Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field
- 1–3 years of hands-on laboratory experience in an academic or industry setting
- Proficiency in gel electrophoresis, SDS-PAGE, western blotting, and plate-based assays
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment