Who we are...
Cell Signaling Technology (CST) is a different kind of life sciences company, one founded, owned, and run by active research scientists, with the highest standards of product and service quality, technological innovation, and scientific rigor for over 20 years. We consistently provide fellow scientists around the globe with best-in-class products and services to fuel their quests for discovery.
Helping researchers find new solutions is our main mission every day, but it's not our only mission. We're also dedicated to helping identify solutions to other problems facing our world. We believe that all businesses must be responsible and work in partnership with local communities, while seeking to minimize their environmental impact. That's why we joined 1% for the Planet as its first life science member, and have committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2029.
The role...
The Immunofluorescence Group serves as the core team for analysis and optimization of antibody performance by immunofluorescence throughout development and manufacturing at CST. We value making quality reagents, utilizing technology to solve problems, innovation to drive success, data driven decision making, and personal and team growth through continuous learning. The successful Research Associate I will contribute to pipeline testing while learning about technical execution, analytical ability, and domain knowledge.
You'll have the opportunity to...
- Perform cell and tissue-based imaging assays with guidance as needed.
- Communicate results to senior IF team members via written reports.
- Operate high-resolution microscopes, high-throughput imaging equipment, and laboratory robotics with guidance as needed.
- Maintain accurate and complete laboratory documentation in accordance with CST policy.
- Maintain a clean and professional workspace in alignment with 5S principles.
Who you are and what you bring to the team...
- Bachelor of Science or a Bachelor of Arts with biology experience
- Ability to work on fast paced individual projects and contribute to team goals
- Attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication with proficiency in Microsoft office and Google suites
Ideally, you have...
- Bachelor’s degree in the life sciences or a related discipline
- Lab experience with immunoassays
- Familiarity with confocal microscopy, high content imaging, or histology
What we offer....
At Cell Signaling Technology (CST) we recognize that people will always be our most important asset. Providing a safe, inclusive, and stimulating working environment that understands the importance of diversity, human dignity and meaningful work is as important as establishing company policies that incorporate excellent health insurance and pay benefits. We recognize that development of people is the key to their happiness and thus ensure every employee has impactful discussions with their manager and develops actionable performance and professional development plans. Lastly, we are committed to engaging and supporting our employees in committees and philanthropy that benefit their local communities and environment through community investment programs.
Benefits
- Medical (BCBS) and Dental (Delta Dental) plans paid at 90%
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability
- Flexible Spending accounts
- 401(k) Plan with 6% match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Generous PTO package
- Parental Leave
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Onsite Subsidized Cafeteria
- Free Parking
Cell Signaling Technology (CST) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, status as a veteran or as a member of the military or status in any group protected by applicable federal or state laws.
AGENCIES
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What We Do
Founded by research scientists in 1999, Cell Signaling Technology (CST) is a private, family-owned company that prides itself on operating as a research institute developing quality products for other researchers. Active in the field of applied systems biology research, particularly as it relates to cancer, CST understands the importance of using antibodies.
That's why all of our antibodies are painstakingly validated for multiple applications by our Ph.D. level scientists. And the same CST scientists who helped produce your antibody will also provide technical support, methods, and guidance needed to achieve the most reliable results.
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