Date: 06-Nov-2014
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Associate Scientist II, Research
• Must demonstrate a thorough knowledge of experimental design, underlying scientific principles, and the ability to independently analyze and assess results
• Experience with mammalian cell culture, and biochemistry, molecular cell biology and/or molecular genetics is required
• Must have a demonstrable track record of supporting multiple research projects, and have contributed as an author to peer-reviewed publications
• Must have the ability and willingness to work effectively on multiple collaborative projects within a cross-functional team environment
• Highly self-motivated, with excellent organizational, and oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrates independent scientific thinking, and is adept in problem-solving and adaptation of protocols
• Culturing, differentiation and analysis of human and mouse primary and immortal cell lines, and human iPS cell lines
• Preparation of cells for chemoproteomic, immunoproteomic and biochemical analyses, and cell-based screening
• Cell transfection, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry and FACS
• Molecular cell biology including DNA cloning, electrophoresis, RNA isolation and qPCR analysis,
• Protein expression and purification, western blotting, ELISA and protein signaling assays
• Basic animal procedures including blood draws, tissue harvest, injection, and culturing/purification of primary cells
• Organization, tracking and ordering of consumables and small equipment
• Review and summarize relevant scientific literature and database content
• Identify and implement best methods for achieving group goals
• Work under supervision of a staff scientist
• Engagement in hands-on bench work
• Experimental design, implementation and interpretation skills
• Communication skills
• Creative/innovative/problem-solving
• Adaptable/flexible/agile/team-oriented
Education A B.S. plus five years experience, or an M.S. plus three years experience in life science research, with a degree in cell biology, biochemistry or a related discipline (background flexible). Industry experience is a plus.
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