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Senior Associate, Histology & Image Analysis

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Senior Associate, Histology & Image Analysis for a contract-to-hire position at a cutting-edge client in a Thousand Oaks, CA . If you're passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Pay: $45-52/hour
Schedule: Mon-Fri Day Shift PDT
Remote Overview
Our client is an industry-leading company that's leading the way in biopharmaceutical and nonclinical research, driving innovative discoveries across histology, image analysis, and translational sciences.
In this role, you will be reviewing histology and staining quality, acquiring and optimizing microscopy images, performing quantitative image analysis, and developing reproducible image analysis pipelines to support biomarker evaluation and nonclinical study endpoints. You will generate study-ready datasets, figures, and reports while collaborating cross-functionally with Biology, Pathology/Toxicology, Translational Sciences, and external CRO partners. Responsibilities:

• Review histology and staining quality to ensure consistency and adherence to study requirements
• Collaborate with internal teams and external CROs to support tissue processing, sectioning, staining, and image acquisition activities
• Acquire and analyze images using brightfield, fluorescence, and confocal microscopy platforms
• Optimize imaging parameters and workflows to ensure high-quality, reproducible data generation
• Support development and validation of imaging methods for tissue- and cell-based assays
• Perform quantitative image analysis for histology, IHC, ICC, and fluorescence-based studies
• Develop and execute image analysis pipelines to support biomarker evaluation and nonclinical study endpoints
• Generate study-ready datasets, figures, and reports for project teams and regulatory documentation
• Work closely with Biology, Pathology/Toxicology, Translational Sciences, and external partners to support study execution and data interpretation
• Present results and provide scientific recommendations based on imaging and histopathology findings
• Contribute to study planning, assay development, and data review meetings

Qualifications:

• B.S. or M.S. degree in Biology, Neuroscience, Pathology, Biomedical Sciences, or a related life science field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in histology, microscopy, image analysis, or related disciplines in an academic, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or CRO environment
• Extensive experience with histology, tissue handling, section evaluation, and pathology-based research workflows
• Strong understanding of immunohistochemistry (IHC), immunocytochemistry (ICC), and fluorescence-based staining techniques
• Hands-on experience with brightfield, fluorescence, and confocal microscopy systems
• Extensive experience with image analysis software including ZEISS Arivis Cloud, ImageJ/Fiji, QuPath, or comparable platforms
• Proficiency in data processing and visualization using Python or similar analytical tools
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, GraphPad Prism, Electronic Laboratory Notebooks (ELNs), and data management systems
• Strong organizational, communication, and technical writing skills
• Preferred: Experience supporting GLP or regulated nonclinical studies; background in neuroscience, neurodegeneration, cardiovascular, or metabolic disease; familiarity with machine learning or AI-assisted image analysis approaches

What Happens Next:
Once you apply, you'll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don't worry – even if this position doesn't work out, you're still in our network. That means our team of expert Science & Clinical recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.




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As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

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