Research Associate

Job Description Job Title: Research Associate Location: Lexington, MA Duration: 6 Months+ Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am – 5 pm Note Industry experience is preferred; Pharma experience is a plus. Life sciences degree (Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, etc.) is required. MUST HAVE job-related tissue culture experience (sterile technique); cell engineering (cloning, recombinant DNA, functional genomics) experience a plus, iPSC, ESC or pluripotent stem cell culture experience a plus.

MUST HAVES

Proficient at Tissue Culture Experience in working with Scientists to follow required protocols (Some kind of support) Communication/Organization Purpose To provide technical laboratory research effort in support of multiple projects focused on expedited use of human in vitro models in high throughput functional assays. Essential Functions Work with scientists to conduct lab-based studies to support project efforts Perform tissue culture work with human cell lines to develop and optimize workflows for cell model engineering and in vitro screening Support project management efforts in standard operating procedure creation, sharing knowledge and skills, and fostering cross-functional teamwork Engage in effective communication with colleagues within. Physical Requirements No overnight travel required. Work with human cell lines, recombinant DNA, and common molecular biology reagents in a laboratory environment that may include hazardous chemicals and blood borne pathogens Functions may require some morning, evening, or weekend hours outside of standard business hours Qualifications Bachelor's degree with 3-5 years of experience post-degree; relevant experience may be substituted as appropriate. Title is dependent on qualifications. Tissue culture experience is required— including strong aseptic technique, BSL2 stewardship, and troubleshooting. Experience with automated laboratory equipment, complex machinery, and familiarity of high throughput data production principles are a plus. Ability to carry out complex protocols required. Experience in basic molecular biology techniques required. Experience working in a team environment required; industry (CRO, pharmaceutical, biotech) experience is preferred. Fluency in spoken and written English is a prerequisite for the role; role requires proactive communication skills and cross-cultural understanding to interact within a global organization. Must be comfortable in asking for clarification and offering suggestions. Other desirable skills include: propagation and manipulation of iPSC cultures, in vitro genome engineering, advanced cellular imaging and/or high throughput data collection skills, and ability to interpret interdisciplinary data. Must love to learn, be ambitious, and be determined to contribute to improving patients' well-being. #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC