Translational Research Scientist - II (Associate) - On-Board Companies

 
Position Details:
Position Type: Translational Research Scientist II
Job Location:  South San Francisco, CA
Compensation: $93.25 per hour
Length of Assignment: 1-year with a possibility of extension
100% onsite – lab-based role
 
Our client is seeking a motivated, experienced scientist with experience in digital image analysis on digital pathology images to support discovery and translational research in our client’s pathology group in South San Francisco.
 
The selected individual will be responsible for:
 

• Performing image preprocessing tasks according to established SOPs, including metadata extraction, output quality control, and secure data transfer to cloud storage.
• Assist in evaluating and implementing new algorithms to enhance the image analysis pipeline, such as cell segmentation improvements, tissue classification, and cell phenotyping.
• Assist with the transfer of data and image-related information for analysis, facilitating smooth collaboration between teams.
• Coordinating with IT to gather and document feedback from users on image analysis workflows and tools.
• Address user pain points, define requirements, and improve tool functionality.
• Lead user experience testing, working with IT to implement improvements and optimize tools for production use
• Maintain and update image analysis computers to ensure they remain optimized for routine tasks
• Define and document requirements for new tools and ensure their successful deployment.
• Provide administrative support for multiplex IHC related work, including reagent ordering, capital equipment purchasing, document and maintain SOPs for image processing and analysis workflows.
• Interact smoothly with scientists, computer scientists, and informatics/IT staff, both internally and externally

 
Qualifications:
Education:
B.S with minimum 5+ years
OR
Masters with 3+ years'
OR
PHD with 1-2 years' of relevant work experience in industry or academia
 
Required Experience and Skills:

• Experience using digital image analysis software and spatial imaging platforms such as HALO, Visiopharm, QuPath, digital slide scanning, multiplex spectral imaging, Akoya Polaris, Phenocycler/Fusion.
• Strong organizational abilities and communication skills

 
Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Programming skills with application in imaging (e.g. Python, MATLAB) data
• Experience with immunohistochemistry and multiplexed immunofluorescence assay development
• Experience with version control environments, such as Git
• Experience with high-performance Linux cluster and cloud computing
• Familiarity with client--servers and cloud computing infrastructure
• Comfort with histology/microanatomy
• Background in oncology and/or immunology

 
Apply Today!
www.onboardusa.com
 
On-Board was founded in 1976 by Robert L. Wilson to provide Engineering and Design services to the chemical manufacturing industry. Today, On-Board is a thriving privately held family of companies with services including: Consulting, Professional Engineering, Industrial Maintenance and Facility Management, Contracted Manufacturing and Production Services, as well as Temporary Staffing and Recruiting throughout North America.

The On-Board Family of Companies conducts operations through its Corporate Headquarters located in East Windsor, NJ along with Regional Offices in New Castle, DE and Wake Forest, NC.  On-Board’s Mission is to provide “Flexible Service by applying the talents of our people, work processes and technology to meet our clients’ expectations in a Safe, Responsible and Dependable manner.”

On-Board Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
 
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