Senior Research Associate / Associate Scientist, Cell Biology

6mth contract

100% onsite - South San Francisco, CA

We are actively seeking a cell biology professional, with a strong background in mammalian cell culture, and preferred expertise in maintaining, characterizing, and differentiating human pluripotent stem cells (hiPSCs/hESCs). Additional experience with CRISPR gene editing, is preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and differentiate human iPSCs into neuronal lineages
• Establish and scale hiPSC differentiation protocols using 2D and 3D organoid cultures.
• Analyze stem cell cultures and their derivatives using wide range of assays including qPCR, ELISA, and high content imaging.
• Contribute to in vitro assay design and optimization.
• Present findings and data analysis in research meetings.

Requirements:

• B.S. and 2+ years experience working with mammalian cells in industry. Masters and academic only experience could be considered.
• Extensive experience working with mammalian cell culture is essential
• Demonstrated experience working with human iPSC/ESCs is preferred
• Experience working in a drug discovery or industry setting is preferred
• Understanding of CRISPR gene editing is preferred
• Experience with lab automation is preferred.
• Maintain organized and detailed records of laboratory experiments in electronic laboratory notebooks.