Cell/Molecular Biologist

Job Description

Responsibilities 

This scientist will be involved in establishing methodologies, i.e. culturing and activating primary T-cells, enriching T-cell populations, viral transductions and electroporation of primary cells, to generate CAR T-cells. He/she will also be involved in managing daily lab operations to assist other scientists with adequate resources. We seek a highly motivated and proactive individual able to work collaboratively in a team-based environment. 

Qualifications

Qualifications 

Education and Experience: • BS and 5+ years of experience or MS and 3+ years of experience in an academic and/or industrial setting. 

• Knowledge and experience of modern laboratory methodology in cellular and molecular biology. 

• Knowledge and hands-on experience in T-cell culture and in vitro assay development is desirable. 

• Knowledge and experience with viral based systems (lentivirus, adenovirus, or murine retrovirus) to optimize transduction of cell-lines and primary cells. 

• Knowledge and experience in genome engineering (zinc fingers, TALEN, or CRISPR) is preferred. 

• Excellent written, oral communication skills. 

No Travel/No overtime See Agency Supplied Material for Role Description

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