Scientific Associate, Pharmacology (Co-op)
The Fountain Group
Cambridge, MA0–2 yrs3h agovia LinkedIn
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- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 2 years · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- Patient careStatisticsOperations
- Nice to have
- Data analysisPythonMATLAB
- Work
- On-site in Cambridge
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
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Job Title: Scientific Associate – Pharmacology (Co-op)
Company: The Fountain Group
About the Role
- 6-month co-op position based in Cambridge, MA.
- Rate: $25-28 per hour.
- Start Date: January 2027.
Join the Emerging Technologies team in Comparative Medicine. Contribute to the development of digital in vivo biomarkers and next-generation preclinical research technologies. Gain hands-on experience with digital home cage monitoring, wearable biosensors, behavioral phenotyping, and data analytics. Support innovative research programs advancing drug discovery and translational science.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in experiment execution, data collection, data analysis, statistical modeling, and interpretation.
- Perform acclimation and some husbandry procedures for laboratory rodents, with a focus on wearable technologies.
- Help with study logistics, including materials, scheduling, and inventory, to ensure smooth operation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to brainstorm and prototype innovative solutions.
- Maintain lab records/documentation and share updates with project leads.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Data analysis tools preferred (e.g., Python, MATLAB, GraphPad Prism).
- Some rodent experience preferred. Detailed guidance and training will be provided for specific procedures.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program (e.g., Biology, Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering).