Associate Scientist

Key Responsibilities

· Plan and execute in vitro virology experiments under minimal supervision.

· Independently design and clone viral vectors.

· Generate engineered cell lines by designing and executing genetic editing strategies in mammalian cell lines via lentiviral vectors, CRISPR, or other novel editing platforms.

· Collaborate with other team members to advance cross-functional scientific projects and standardize adoption of new scientific techniques.

Following an onboarding period, the candidate will perform experimental research under minimal supervision, but in close collaboration with the rest of the scientific team.

Essential Qualifications

· A Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Molecular/Cellular Biology, Virology, Biochemistry or related field.

· Minimum two years (Master’s degree) or four years (Bachelor’s degree) laboratory experience, including at least one year performing research.

· Must be proficient in cloning.

· Must have experience in the design and use of CRISPR for gene editing.

· Must have experience with eukaryotic cell culture.

· Ability to plan, organize, and multi-task to complete assignments in an efficient manner.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Excellent attention to detail and organization.

Valued Complementary Skills

Flow cytometry, fluorescent microscopy, suspension cell culture, lentivirus generation, SDS-PAGE and western blot, viral titering by TCID50, cell-based assays, ELISA, affinity chromatography, complement assays, Prism software.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $73,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• molecular cloning: 2 years (Required)
• CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing: 2 years (Required)
• Various mammalian cell lines: 2 years (Required)
• PCR (design primers/probe, optimize condition): 2 years (Preferred)
• ELISA: 2 years (Preferred)
• Protein purification e.g. Chromatograph: 2 years (Preferred)
• Western blot analysis: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Rochester, MN 55901 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $73,500