What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Researcher – Cardiovascular Gene Editing/Delivery position at Ionis Brand?
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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER - CARDIOVASCULAR GENE EDITING/ DELIVERY
SUMMARY:
We are seeking an enthusiastic postdoctoral scientist interested in using CRISPR gene editing to address root causes of heart failure and arrhythmia to join the Cardiovascular Drug Discovery group, a multi-disciplinary team of energetic researchers. The successful candidate will work in a matrix group environment to explore in vivo gene editing for cardiovascular diseases. He/She will work independently to conceptualize, design and execute experiments using rodent and human cell models. Background in RNA, molecular biology, and CRISPR/Cas systems are essential for the position. Experience in cardiovascular biology and drug delivery is a plus.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design, execute and troubleshoot experiments relevant to the postdoctoral project
- Formulate solutions for delivery of therapeutics in vitro and in vivo and contribute to optimization.
- Measure and analyze pharmacodynamic and functional effects of treatments in rodent and cell models of disease.
- Present results at internal and external scientific meetings.
- Prepare manuscript for publication.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Ph.D. in molecular biology, biochemistry, or related fields with 0-3 years of postgraduate training.
- Strong laboratory skills in molecular biology and biochemical assays, e.g. RNA and protein isolation, RT-qPCR, ELISA, Western Blotting.
- Proficiency in rodent handling, dosing (IV, SC, IM) and necropsy.
- Hands-on experience with CRISPR/Cas systems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Required to be full-time onsite at Carlsbad, CA.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Experience with in vivo imaging systems (IVIS) is desirable.
- Exposure to non-viral vector in vivo delivery desirable.
- Experience with lipid formulation for in vivo and in vitro delivery.
- Experience with cardiomyocyte culture (primary and/or iPSC-CMs).
- Exposure to cardiac functional assessments, including echocardiography.
- Experience with confocal microscopy.
Please visit our website, http://www.ionis.com, for more information about Ionis and to apply for this position; reference requisition #IONIS003471
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The pay scale for this position is $78,000 to $87,000
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Salary : $78,000 - $87,000
