Associate Scientist, iPSC Gene Editing
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Job Location:
Boston, NH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Associate Scientist to join our diabetes team. This role focuses on iPSC gene editing and stem cell engineering to advance next-generation islet cell therapies. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in human iPSC culture gene editing molecular biology techniques and assay development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform routine iPSC culture passaging and media preparation.
- Develop and optimize CRISPR-based gene-editing workflows including gRNA design and delivery.
- Generate and characterize clonal gene-edited iPSC lines using flow cytometry PCR ddPCR dPCR and NGS.
- Execute directed differentiation of iPSCs into pancreatic islets and assess drug substance parameters (cell counts viability metabolite measurements).
- Support assay development for on-/off-target analysis and drug substance evaluation.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to transfer R&D assays to GMP environments.
- Maintain detailed records prepare reports and contribute to SOP development.
- Execute workplans efficiently meeting deadlines and supporting team goals.
Qualifications :
Required:
- B.S. in Stem Cell Biology Cell Biology Bioengineering or related field with 34 years of relevant industry experience or M.S. with 12 years of experience.
- Hands-on experience with human iPSC culture gene editing and molecular biology techniques.
- Proficiency in CRISPR gene editing construct design PCR-based assays and flow cytometry.
- Experience with assay development (luciferase ELISA flow cytometry) and gene editing delivery methods.
- Strong organizational skills accurate record-keeping and excellent communication.
Preferred:
- Experience in pancreatic islet directed differentiation.
- Familiarity with transitioning research-grade processes to GMP-grade.
- Experience with electronic lab notebooks (ELN).
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
Additional Information :
Position is Full Time Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with occasional weekends (on a rotational basis to support cell culture). Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Boston MA are encouraged to apply.
What to Expect in the Hiring Process:
- 10-15 Minute Phone Interview with Region Recruiter
- 45-60 Minute Virtual Interview with Manager and/or Group Leader
- 45-60 Minute In-Person Meeting over Coffee for a Casual Discussion of the Role
What We Offer:
- Target pay range: $37-41/hr
- Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage dental and vision options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Yearly goal-based bonus & eligibility for merit-based increases
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services (PSS) is a global award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients sites dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount co-employment and project-management worries.
We infuse our 55-year track record of scientific and laboratory operations expertise as well as HR and a great place to work best practices to recruit hire train and manage highly qualified scientists to perform laboratory services using our clients quality systems and equipment.
To learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories please explore our website
Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- ELISA
- Immunoassays
- Transfection
- Mammalian Cell Culture
- Suspension Experience
- Biochemistry
- Assays
- cGMP
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Flow Cytometry
About Company
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and the environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat to the medicines you rely on, Eur ... View more
