Research Scientist

Post Date

Jul 24, 2023

Location

Cincinnati,
Ohio

ZIP/Postal Code

45214
US
Aug 04, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Laboratory Technician

Req #

CIN-639178

Pay Rate

$36 - $55 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

An employer is seeking a Research Scientist to join their R&D team for a year long contract to hire. The ideal candidate will have a masters or Ph.D in molecular biology, biochemistry or pharmacology. The candidate needs to have minimum a year of research experience, and 3+ years' experience within skin science. 50% of the time this candidate will be running experiments in the lab and 50% managing the skin research lab. Daily activities will include conducting standard molecular biology experiments (qPCR, Western blot and Immunohistochemistry), record keeping/data entry of experiments, handle biological samples, and prepare scientific/technical reports.

Required Skills & Experience

* Masters or Ph.D in molecular biology, biochemistry or pharmacology

* 3+ years experience in skin science

o Cell culture techniques experience

* Minimum 1 year of research experience (education or professional experience)

* Experience managing a team (3-5 people)

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

* Ph.D in molecular biology

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.