What You Will Do:

• Lead a group of scientists that provides centralized support for cell line generation
• Lead the development, application and optimization of new technologies for modifying the genomes of mammalian cells
• Employ strategies for the genetic modification of cell lines
• Lead activities in generating and maintaining master and working cell bank inventories across a portfolio of engineered cell lines
• Lead analysis and QC processes on cell lines at the DNA and protein level
• Provide expert support for cell line engineering experiment design and assay development to the broader scientific team.
• Coordinate tasks across multiple projects, demonstrating prioritization and planning. 
• Interpret and effectively execute experiments in line with project timelines and goals
• Maintain familiarity with current literature related to the scope of ArsenalBio’s research focus
• Mentor scientists within the group in areas of technical expertise

What You Will Bring:

• PhD in Cell or Molecular Biology, Biological Sciences or a related field, with 5+ years of relevant research experience in industry or academia
• Expertise with CRISPR gene editing and lentiviral transduction workflows, cell engineering and cell culture
• Experience developing/optimizing gene editing protocols
• Experience analyzing mammalian cells by flow cytometry for target surface expression
• Experience with Fluorescence-activated cell sorting (FACS) 
• Entrepreneurial behaviors demonstrated by agility, accountability, transparency, resourcefulness, and ability to get things done 
• Ability to quickly learn new skills and knowledge on the job, demonstrate productivity, and deliver high-quality results 
• Flexible mindset with ability to think outside the box, creative approach to problem solving, and comfort in working with ambiguous data in an open-ended, exploratory process
• Demonstrated ability to perform as a team player, with strong organizational skills, record keeping and interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written)