Our client, a world leader in life sciences and biotechnology, is looking for a “Pathobiology Specialist/Research Associate III” based in Foster City, CA.
Job Duration: Long Term Contract (Possibility Of Extension)
Pay Rate : $57/hr on W2
Company Benefits: Medical, Paid Sick leave, 401K
We are seeking a Senior Specialist with strong hands-on expertise in immunohistochemistry (IHC), histology, and tissue-based assay development to support drug discovery and preclinical research programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, optimize, and validate IHC and CISH assays and antibody reagents.
- Perform and troubleshoot IHC/histology assays using human and animal tissues.
- Develop tissue-based endpoints to support drug discovery, target identification, and validation.
- Plan and independently execute experiments, analyze results, troubleshoot issues, and provide scientific recommendations.
- Identify and implement improvements to IHC/histology workflows, technologies, and throughput.
- Collaborate with internal research teams, CROs, and external partners.
- Present scientific findings and recommendations to cross-functional and senior leadership teams.
Required Qualifications
- BS or MS with relevant experience.
- Strong hands-on experience with IHC, histology, tissue handling, and assay/method development.
- Experience with antibody optimization/validation and assay troubleshooting.
- Demonstrated experience supporting drug discovery, preclinical research, or target validation.
- Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- Experience with CISH, multiplex IHC, oncology, fibrosis, inflammation, or virology.
- Pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CRO, or translational research experience.
If interested, please send us your updated resume at
hr@dawarconsulting.com/akansha@dawarconsulting.com
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