Senior Scientist / Scientist – Molecular/Cell Biology

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, construct and validate gene and plasmid constructs
• Maintain cell lines and primary cell culture; and perform cell-based assays to identify and

quantify gene expression

• Design and perform a variety of molecular biology and cell biology laboratory

experiments and data analysis

• Ability to independently troubleshoot, solve difficult problems, and propose solutions

related to assay design and execution

• Assist with regular assigned laboratory maintenance duties including ordering and

general organization

• Communicate results of experiments with direct report and team

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D with 1-7 years of work experience in Molecular/Cellular Biology or related.
• Proven hands-on expertise in (non-)mammalian cell culture and transfection, experience in primary cell culture and/or stable cell line generation
• Hands-on experience in gene engineering tools, including plasmid construction.
• Strong expertise in genetic manipulation using technologies such as shRNA, AAV

transduction, RNAi

• Hands-on experience in molecular biology skills, including RT-PCR, DNA, RNA

isolation, western blots, immunocytochemistry, computer related quantification for ICC.

• Excellent written and oral communication and computer skills and proven ability to work in a team environment are required. Green card holders or US citizens only.

Preferred Working Style:

• Need to be very well-organized and be able to handle multitasks
• Need to be self-motivated individual, quick learner, able to ask questions and problem solving
• Need be an excellent team player with strong communication skills and a desire to work collaboratively with others