Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Research Associate II-III
Position type : Fulltime Contract
Duration : 24 Months
Location : South San Francisco, CA
As a Research Associate II-III you will :
Job Description :
The newly established Cell Therapy Department at Client is seeking a self-motivated and intellectually curious Research Associate to join our growing team.
The ideal candidate is a skilled lab-based stem cell biologist who is driven to contribute to a rigorous scientific and collaborative environment.
The successful candidate will be integral to setting up the Cell Therapy laboratory and make impactful contributions towards meeting the department’s goals.
This is a two year position with the possibility of extension. Final title will be contingent on years of experience upon offer.
Responsibilities
- Utilize state of the art technologies for cell and genome engineering
- Execute protocols to maintain and differentiate induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs)
- Perform analytical workflows encompassing but not limited to gene-based assays and cell-based assays
- Data acquisition, analysis, interpretation and communication of findings in internal scientific meetings
- Coordination of equipment on-boarding and maintenance
- Maintain compliance with lab safety, training and documentation
- Occasional weekend work and lifting 25lbs
Requirements
- BS / MS in Stem Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics or a related discipline
- Strong background in sterile aseptic mammalian cell culture techniques and experience working with human iPSCs
- Technical expertise in at least two of the following areas : cell based functional assays, image acquisition / analysis, molecular assays (NGS, RT-PCR, dd-PCR)
- Proven ability to multitask, collaborate and communicate effectively
Other Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with single cell cloning and stem cell differentiation
- Familiar with automation, liquid handling, and high-throughput screening
- Experience with delivery of genome engineering systems to iPSCs
- Prior industry work experience
- Experience using software for flow cytometry analysis, electronic lab notebook and data visualization. Some examples include : FlowJo, Benchling, Spotfire, GraphPad Prism, Geneious, Snapgene etc.
Thank you!
Pradip Joshi
Senior Associate, Recruitment
Phone :
PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS :
Pay Range* : $45-$48 / Hour.
Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.
Benefits : Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following : Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental / vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).