Sr. Associate Scientist, Translational Neuropathology
Biogen
- Cambridge, MA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Utilize advanced automation for multiplex assay development and troubleshooting across IHC and ISH platforms
- Responsible for seeking out new techniques and technologies to support clinical and non-clinical studies
- Perform routine histology procedures, including trimming, processing, embedding, sectioning, H&E and special stains as needed on both FFPE and frozen tissue specimens
- Play a key role in managing aspects of daily laboratory operations including but not limited to equipment maintenance and consumable purchasing
- Train and mentor laboratory members to ensure understanding of theories, techniques and support continued growth
- BS or MS degree in Biological Sciences and a minimum 5 years of relevant histology or pathology laboratory experience
- Excellent tissue handling techniques, including trimming, processing, embedding tissue specimens and routine operations of a histology lab
- Extensive hands-on experience in immunohistochemistry and in-situ hybridization techniques
- Working knowledge of Ventana and Leica automated IHC / ISH instrumentation
- Relevant industry experience developing multiplexing assays
- Demonstrated ability to handle several projects at any given time and to work successfully and collaboratively on teams
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Experience with image analysis software
- Knowledge of Pathology and relevant animal models