OVERVIEW
We are currently searching for a skilled professional to join a well-known client’s team as a Scientist III in Ridgefield, Connecticut. Their work will have a direct impact on the organization and the larger clinical industry, making this an amazing career opportunity.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Join the Immunology & Respiratory Departments Discovery Sciences Team to identify and develop transformational drugs for immune-mediated diseases.
• As in vitro scientist, you will work closely with the project leader and in vitro lead to develop, validate, and execute assays to modulate lymphocytes.
• Work closely in a matrix global team to meet project achievements, with the goal to deliver therapies that transform the lives of patients.
• As in vitro scientist on projects, you will design and execute in vitro assays for target validation, compound profiling and hit validations.
• Work closely with project lead and in vitro lead to deliver high quality assays.
• Interact with other scientists in the group to share assay protocols and seek feedback on assay design and troubleshooting.
• Maintain accurate and reliable records including electronic notebooks and all other pertinent documentation.
• Present data at project team meetings and group meetings

EXPERIENCE
• Experience in immune phenotyping and functional assays, including multicolor flow cytometry (10+ colors), ICS, ELISpot, proliferation assays, and cytokine ELISA/MSD.
• Prior experience working in pharma or equivalent industry is not required but will be considered a plus. 
• Prior experience with establishing and validating in vitro assays for lymphocyte functions and modulations (B and T cells) is desired. 
• Experience in gene knockdown, CRISPR, validation is desired but not necessary

EDUCATION
Master’s degree from an accredited institution with one-plus (4+) years of experience in a related scientific discipline (Biology, Immunology, Cell biology) OR Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with seven-plus (7+) years of experience in a STEM discipline.

Full-time employees are also eligible for benefits options such as health coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401k benefits.

At Advanced Group, our commitment to diversity and inclusion in every part of our organization is crucial to fulfilling our mission and demonstrating our REAL values. Advanced Group is committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or sexual preference, pregnancy or maternity, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Advanced Group complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].

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