Job Description

We are currently seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our in vitro Pharmacology team. The candidate for this position will be involved in the development of various disease-relevant cellular models and in vitro bioassays to support preclinical screening and/or evaluation of drug targets or candidate drugs. The candidate with experiences in human ESC/iPSC culture or gene editing techniques is preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Work under the supervision of the lead scientists in the iPSC generation and gene engineering groups to support iPSC related projects, including human iPSC reprogramming, gene editing, iPSC differentiation, assays etc.
• Perform human ESC/iPSC culture, colony picking, and molecular biology bench work such as PCR and gel electrophoresis
• Assist with other experiments as required
• Performing a wide range of technical and analytical tasks in our state-of-the-art laboratory
• Perform cell culture experiments, data analysis and documentation of the results
• Maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance
• Documenting procedures, protocols, and findings in a detailed and organized manner
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve technical challenges
• Ensuring strict adherence to all laboratory safety protocols and procedures
• Help the lead scientist to prepare the project report, and help the project manager for report updates
• Help to prepare and update SOPs

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or Certification in a relevant scientific discipline, such as life sciences, is preferred not required.
• Biological lab experience required.
• Familiarity in the use of various laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Expertise in basic molecular biology and cell biology techniques, such as mammalian cell culture, PCR, electrophoresis, DNA/RNA isolation, transfection, electroporation, immunostaining, etc.
• Experience in human stem cell and iPSC culture is preferred.
• Experience in gene editing techniques such as CRISPR/Cas9 is preferred.
• Detail-oriented, with excellent organization and record-keeping skills.
• Strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in MS Office and other software/websites for sequencing analysis and data graphing.
• Able to work in a dynamic environment with excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate across functional teams.

Pay Rate:

$20-25/hr

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