Biologist

Biologist III job at Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences. Cambridge, MA. Job Description Impeccable lab practices, including aseptic cell line/primary cell maintenance and stimulation. Self‑motivated with excellent attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to optimize cell culture conditions, phenotypic assays, Western Blot, migration/contraction assays (fibroblasts), viability assays, qPCR, ELISA/multiplex protein assays, and flow cytometry. Experience with human cell types relevant to tissue homeostasis such as fibroblasts, epithelial cells, and macrophages. Familiar with complex in vitro models such as co‑culture, tissue explants, Transwells, organoids, 3D/microfluidic/chip systems (a plus). Ability to analyze, plot, interpret, and present data in team meetings. Aptitude to communicate in a virtual environment and a hybrid office/virtual setting. Proficient at maintaining accurate and well‑organized records and laboratory electronic notebooks. Requirements 5+ years hands‑on academia/industry experience. BS/MS degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering, or Medical/Pharmaceutical sciences. Primary cell culture and stimulation. Molecular biology techniques (e.g., ELISA, qPCR, RNAseq, Western Blot, flow cytometry). Pharmacological treatment with small/large molecules and siRNAs. Data analysis including statistics. Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr