PhD with 3+ years of laboratory research experience in academia/industry
Experience performing basic techniques in molecular biology and cell biology, such as PCR, molecular cloning, and mammalian cell culture
Ability to think critically and creatively in a fast-paced, highly collaborative scientific environment Preferred
Prior research experience constructing and working with high complexity DNA libraries
Experience in gene therapy and/or neuroscience research
Comfortable with Illumina sequencing and familiar with downstream bioinformatics pipelines
Experience with high throughput screening strategies and experimental techniques Responsibilities: The Scientist will support the development of novel therapeutic candidates by performing hands-on, bench-level research involving bacterial, mammalian cell culture, and molecular biology experiments, as well as sample processing and analyses from in vivo animal studies. The successful candidate will work with the Genome Engineering and Modeling team to generate new DNA constructs for testing, process samples from in vitro / in vivo experiments, assist in data analysis, and manage sample inventory. The ideal candidate will be a team player, with strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Carry out in vitro studies and support sample processing and analysis from in vivo studies
Molecular cloning to generate new DNA constructs for testing
Perform expression analysis at the mRNA, and protein level
Prepare and run libraries for next generation sequencing (NGS)
Manage sample inventory and a detailed notebook describing experimental methods/results
Train new team members in use of equipment, laboratory procedures and protocols as needed
Critically assess data generated from diverse experimental approaches in cell and molecular biology
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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