Associate Scientist, Biochemical and Cell-Based Assays

Job overview

The Associate Scientist, Biochemical and Cell-Based Assays role is onsite in South San Francisco, CA, for a 12-month contract, with standard business hours. Pay is $28–$29.27 per hour. US Tech Solutions is a staffing firm providing talent-on-demand and workforce solutions; this assignment supports a project team through laboratory assay work and data communication. The scientist performs routine biochemical and cell-based assays to generate reliable, reproducible data. The role follows established protocols, maintains experimental records, helps troubleshoot routine issues, and communicates findings to support timely project execution.

What you'll do

• Execute routine biochemical and cell-based assays according to established protocols
• prepare reagents, samples, and assay materials
• operate high-throughput laboratory equipment and assay instruments
• record, organize, and review experimental data
• communicate results and observations
• analyze assay data and contribute to summaries, presentations, and reports
• troubleshoot routine experimental or equipment issues
• follow laboratory safety, documentation, and data-quality procedures
• coordinate assay materials and day-to-day activities.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

associate scientist

biochemical assays

cell-based assays

south san francisco ca

12-month contract

standard business hours

laboratory research

cell culture

data analysis

high-throughput instruments

experimental protocols

$28–$29.27/hr

bachelor's degree

biotechnology preferred

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

12-month contract; preferred experience includes high-throughput instruments such as Echo and Multidrop dispensers and data tools such as GraphPad Prism and Genedata Screener.

About the employer

US Tech Solutions, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Employment Placement Agencies. Sector: 56.