Senior Scientist - 11449

Senior Scientist – Simply Biotech

Are you looking for a new career opportunity with an exciting biotech company?! Then we have got the right team for you! In this role, you are responsible for the duties listed below.

Immediate opening for a Senior Scientist at our client, an “essential business”, located in San Diego, CA who possess:

• PhD in biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, or closely related fields
• Experience with cell-based assays such as molecular cloning, cell culture, DNA/RNA transfection, virus production & infection, immunoblot, qPCR, protein purification, cell-based functional assays, etc.
• Excellent knowledge of cell, molecular biology, cancer biology and stem cell technology
• Not required but preferred: iPSC cell culture and differentiation, CRISPR, flow cytometry, and MSD multiplex assay

Email your resumes to akubota@simplybiotech.com or call 858.239.2851

FULL DESCRIPTION:

The selected candidate will further possess:

• Expertise in molecular biology, biochemistry, and cell-based assays, such as molecular cloning, cell culture, DNA/RNA transfection, virus production & infection, immunoblot, qPCR, protein purification, cell-based functional assays, etc.
• Experience with the following technologies would be a plus: iPSC cell culture and differentiation, CRISPR, flow cytometry, and MSD multiplex assay
• Ability to multitask across several research areas/projects
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes quickly
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organization and record-keeping skills
• Strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in MS Office and other software/websites for primer design, sequencing, data analysis and graphing
• High standards of scientific rigor and integrity

The selected candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Perform research efforts for cell-based assay, target validation, hit confirmation, and mechanism of action studies
• Ability to independently design in vitro studies or with minimal instructions
• Excellent acknowledge of cell, molecular biology, cancer biology and stem cell technology
• Proficient in executing various biochemistry and cell-based assays with high assay development and troubleshooting skills
• Accurately interpret data, communicate experimental results, and generate project reports
• Ability to search and utilize literatures and external resources to support internal studies
• Perform job specific tasks in compliance with applicable regulations, WuXi AppTec policies and Standard Operating Procedures

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work in a lab setting with exposure to chemical and biohazards
• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE
• Must have clarity of vision
• Must be able to perform activities with repetitive motions

For immediate and confidential consideration, please email your resume to akubota@simplybiotech.com or call 858.239.2851

More information can be found at www.SimplyBiotech.com