Job Description: ***s BioMedicine Design group (BMD) is seeking a creative and self-motivated Senior Associate Scientist to join their team. The candidate will play an essential role in a high-energy RNA and biotherapeutic platform development research laboratory. The candidate will participate in development and innovation of RNA-based therapeutics at a pre-clinical stage. They will be responsible for in vitro transcription (IVT) optimization, purification, and cell-based characterization of new RNA designs across various cell models. The candidate will also contribute to the group wide deliverables.
How You Will Achieve:
Perform IVT & purification protocols for Client RNA therapeutic candidates
Develop and establish relevant cell models to support characterization of RNA candidates
Execute and optimize cell-based assays in various cell models
Routinely provide updates at project meetings and maintain ELN and presentations updated
Work closely with multidisciplinary teams
Assume additional responsibilities as needed
Must-Have:
BS with 2-4 years or MS with 0-2 years of relevant experience in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or a related discipline
Knowledgeable in RNA stability, IVT, nucleic acid biology
Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture, primary cells, or stem cells
Hands-on experience with cell-based assays and general molecular biology methods including, but not limited to, cell transfection, IVT, RNA extraction, qPCR, ddPCR, FACS, TapeStation, or Fragment Analyzer
Strong written and oral communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross functional teams
Team player, organized, detail oriented, self-motivated, and remain flexible with changing needs
Strong work ethic with ability to multitask to support competing priorities in a timely manner
Nice-To-Have
Experience with ELISA/ WB, IHC/ Immunofluorescence and microscopy is a plus
Experience in therapeutic drug discovery, gene therapy or RNA therapeutics
Mammalian cell culture & cell transfection, IVT and RNA work, Cell-based assay such as qPCR, ddPCR, FACS, TapeStation
Required:
1. Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture, primary cells, or stem cells
2. Must have hands on research experience (Bench Work)
3. Hands-on experience with cell-based assays and general molecular biology methods including, but not limited to, cell transfection, IVT, RNA extraction, qPCR, FACS.
Interview Process:
1st Round Teams w/ Camera On
2nd Round Panel On-Site
Position Comments visible to MSP and Supplier: Billrate is not to exceed *** per hour
Will Hep B vaccination/waiver be required? YES •
Last updated on Sep 6, 2023