Translational Research Scientist

Laboratory

South San Francisco, CA, US

Pay Rate Low: 87 | Pay Rate High: 87

+ Added - 28/10/2024

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Our client, a leading global pharmaceutical company known for groundbreaking drug development, life-saving vaccines, and animal-health products, is seeking a Research Scientist to join their South San Francisco-based Anatomic Pathology team.

**Pay:** $70-$85/hr

**Responsibilities:**

+ Preprocess digital pathology images following SOPs, including metadata extraction, quality control, and secure cloud transfer.

+ Support discovery and translational research by refining image analysis algorithms for tasks like cell segmentation and tissue classification.

+ Facilitate data and image transfer, ensuring collaboration between teams.

+ Collaborate with IT to gather user feedback, address pain points, and enhance analysis tools.

+ Lead user experience testing, implement improvements, and optimize tools for production.

+ Maintain image analysis systems for peak performance.

+ Manage image processing SOPs, reagent orders, and equipment purchases.

+ Work effectively with scientists and IT professionals.

**Requirements:**

+ **Education/Experience:** B.S. with 5+ years, M.S. with 3+ years, or Ph.D. with 1-2 years of relevant experience.

+ **Skills:** Proficient in digital image analysis software (e.g., HALO, QuPath), spatial imaging platforms, and digital slide scanning.

**Preferred Skills:**

+ Programming experience (Python, MATLAB) and familiarity with version control (e.g., Git).

+ Experience in immunohistochemistry, cloud computing, Linux clusters, and oncology or immunology.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.