Job Title: Scientist II
Location: Ridgefield, Connecticut
Type: Contract
Compensation: $35-$40.46/hr
Contractor Work Model: Onsite – onsite
Hours: 40.0

Overview
Leading pharmaceutical company looking for an experienced Scientist II. Ideal candidates should have a PhD or Masters degree with 3-5 years of experience in tissue processing, tissue staining, and tissue embedding in a research or clinical laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Execute tissue processing to prepare high-quality samples for analysis, ensuring consistency and adherence to established protocols.
• Conduct tissue embedding using paraffin and frozen section techniques to enable accurate sectioning and downstream applications.
• Perform tissue staining, including immunohistochemistry (IHC), immunofluorescence (IF), and histological staining, to support imaging and research goals.
• Troubleshoot and optimize protocols to ensure reproducible, high-quality results.
• Collaborate with researchers to design experiments, analyze data, and interpret findings.
• Maintain detailed records of procedures, results, and inventory in compliance with laboratory standards.

• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in tissue processing, tissue staining, and tissue embedding in a research or clinical laboratory setting.
• Proficiency in histological techniques, including paraffin and cryosectioning.
• Expertise in IHC, IF, and other histological staining methods.
• Ability to troubleshoot and optimize tissue preparation protocols.
• Experience with HPLC, ocular tissue, or skin tissue preferred; 3D printing experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze and interpret experimental data.
• Excellent time-management and multitasking skills to handle multiple projects efficiently.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for collaboration and documentation.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented research environment.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols and quality control standards.
• PhD or Master’s degree in biology, biomedical sciences, or a related field; bachelor’s degree with relevant experience may be considered.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Ref: #558-Scientific