Molecular Biology Research Scientist (CRISPR/NGS) - Foster City, California

Key Responsibilities:

• Proficiency with CRISPR nuclease screening.
• Experience with NGS library preparation and INDEL calling using Illumina sequencing platforms.
• Lead TLA and long-read sequencing efforts using PacBio and/or Oxford Nanopore technologies.
• Support process improvements for increased speed and efficiency to generate highly productive, high quality, robust cell lines that meet all regulatory requirements with high quality documentation.
• Willing to learn hands-on laboratory operations such as molecular biology, shake flask, bench scale bioreactor and novel culture platforms.
• Contribute to written technical reports, Regulatory filing support, present in group meetings, and work cross-functionally to achieve common goals.

Qualifications/Skills/Experience:

• B.S/M.S. and 10 years, Ph.D. and 0-2 years of experience in a relevant scientific discipline (biology, bioengineering, chemical engineering, biochemical engineering).
• Excellent communication, technical report writing, and presentation skills and aptitude for creative problem solving.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Experience in statistics and data analysis (e.g. JMP, Spotfire).
• Experience designing, constructing, and evaluating vectors to express recombinant proteins of various formats.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and adhere to timelines.
• Ability to think critically and demonstrated troubleshooting skills.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $42.00 - $43.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• CRISPR and NGS: 9 years (Required)
• statistics and data analysis: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• CA, US 94404 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• CA, US 94404: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $42 - $43