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The Fountain Group · 1 week ago

Scientist, Cell-Based Assays

positionRahway, NJ
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$45/hr - $53.45/hr
date1+ years exp

The Fountain Group is seeking a hands-on scientist to execute high-throughput cell-based assays in 384-well format. The role involves culturing and plating cells, dispensing compounds, running detection readouts, and analyzing dose–response data to deliver high-quality results for discovery programs.

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Responsibilities

Maintain, expand, and plate mammalian cell lines for 384-well assays
Set up and execute assays with compound dispensing via Labcyte/Beckman Echo
Run and optimize detection formats (e.g., luminescence, cAMP, HTRF/TR-FRET, fluorescence)
Generate dose–response curves (4-parameter logistic fits) and report EC50/IC50 with QC
Troubleshoot assay performance, optimize Z’ factors, and document SOPs/results
Collaborate with discovery teams to prioritize studies and timelines
Additional responsibilities may include setting up western blot assays and learning how to run in-cell westerns

Qualification

Mammalian cell culture384-well assay workflowsData analysis skillsPlate readers experienceOrganizedDetail-orientedFast-paced environment

Required

BS/MS/PHD in Biology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, or related field; BS with 5+ years, Masters with 3+ years and PHD with 1+ year of industry or equivalent lab experience
Proficiency in mammalian cell culture and 384-well assay workflows
Experience with plate readers and assay platforms (e.g., cAMP, HTRF, luminescent assays)
Strong data analysis skills: 4PL curve fitting, EC50/IC50 determination, and curve QC (e.g., R^2, top/bottom constraints)
Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable in a fast-paced, high-throughput environment

Company

The Fountain Group

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The Fountain Group is a staffing firm that specializes in rendering contingent workforce solutions to various industries.
dateFounded in 2001
location
Tampa, Florida, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
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https://thefountaingroup.com/

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Funding

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Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Jahnavi Patel
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