What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scientist, Cell Biology position at ALS TDI?
About Us : The ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI) is a leading non-profit biotechnology company dedicated to discovering and advancing effective treatments for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). At ALS TDI, we are driven by our mission to find therapies that can make a real difference for patients living with ALS.
Position Overview : We are seeking a dynamic and highly motivated Scientist to join our Cell Biology research team. In this role, you will contribute to the development of advanced cell-based models of ALS and play a key role in chemical and genetic screening initiatives for drug target identification and therapeutic discovery. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment and make a tangible impact on ALS research.
Key Responsibilities :
- Develop innovative induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-based models of ALS using patient-derived fibroblasts and genome-edited cell lines.
- Perform neural differentiations to generate cellular models for phenotype discovery.
- Design, execute, and manage experiments with a high level of scientific rigor.
- Analyze experimental data and present findings to the Cell Biology team and at company-wide meetings.
- Stay informed of the latest scientific advancements and proactively share new ideas, methodologies, and insights with colleagues.
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