Senior / Principal Research Associate, Cancer Biology Senior / Principal Research Associate, Cancer Biology Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company Yoh is seeking a driven, detail-oriented, and lab-focused Senior Research Associate , Cancer Biology to join our team. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing and executing cell-based assays and developing innovative platforms to evaluate our proprietary compounds. You’ll collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to advance the discovery of novel cancer therapeutics. The final title will be based on your experience and qualifications. Industry : Discovery and Development Location : South San Francisco, CA Compensation : $50-$60 per hour (based upon experience) Type : Contract Key Responsibilities: Independently design and carry out research experiments. Conduct in vitro cellular assays to profile compounds and investigate mechanisms of action for potential anti-cancer drugs. Engineer and maintain cell lines for use in screening assays. Culture and maintain both tumorigenic and non-tumorigenic cell lines. Perform cell-based assays such as CellTiter-Glo (CTG), IncuCyte imaging, and colony formation to assess cell viability and proliferation. Analyze experimental data and prepare presentations using PowerPoint. Troubleshoot and optimize assays to ensure data quality and reproducibility. Collaborate closely with research scientists to align experimental work with project goals. Present findings and updates in team and project meetings. Qualifications: B.S. or M.S. degree in cancer biology, cell biology, molecular biology, or a related field. 2+ years of relevant research experience, ideally in drug discovery in pharmaceutical or biotech. Strong expertise in mammalian cell culture and aseptic techniques. Hands-on experience with cell viability assays, RNA interference (siRNA/shRNA), small molecule screening, western blotting, qRT-PCR, and other molecular biology techniques. Familiarity with flow cytometry and immunofluorescence is a plus. Experience with 3D spheroid assays is advantageous. Proven ability to develop, optimize, and troubleshoot cell-based assays. Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and timelines. High attention to detail and a passion for integrating scientific research with drug discovery. Estimated Min Rate : $42.00 Estimated Max Rate : $60.00 What’s In It for You? We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include: Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week) Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week) Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week) MetLife Voluntary Benefits Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401K Retirement Savings Plan Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll Referral Bonus Programs Certification and training opportunities Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply. Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Visit to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process. For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. 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