What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Associate - Cell Therapy position at TALENT Software Services?
Description:
- The gRED Cell Therapy Department at *** is seeking a self-motivated and intellectually curious Research Associate to join our growing team.
- The ideal candidate is a skilled lab-based stem cell biologist who is driven to contribute to a rigorous scientific and collaborative environment.
- The successful candidate will be integral to setting up the Cell Therapy laboratory and make impactful contributions towards meeting the department’s goals.
- This is a two year position with the possibility of extension.
- Final title will be contingent on years of experience upon offer.
- Execute protocols to maintain and differentiate induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs)
- Perform analytical workflows encompassing but not limited to gene-based assays and cell-based assays
- Data acquisition, analysis, interpretation and communication of findings in internal scientific meetings
- Coordination of equipment on-boarding and maintenance
- Maintain compliance with lab safety, training and documentation
- Occasional weekend work and lifting :25lbs
- BS/MS in Stem Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics or a related discipline
- Strong background in sterile aseptic mammalian cell culture techniques and experience working with human iPSCs
- Technical expertise in at least two of the following areas: cell based functional assays, image acquisition/analysis, molecular assays (NGS, RT-PCR, dd-PCR), flow cytometry
- Proven ability to multitask, collaborate and communicate effectively
- Experience with stem cell differentiation and quality control of differentiated cell types
- Prior industry work experience
- Experience using software for flow cytometry analysis, electronic lab notebook and data visualization. Some examples include: FlowJo, Benchling, Spotfire, GraphPad Prism, Geneious, Snapgene etc.
