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Scientist

South San Francisco, CA 94080

Posted: 02/03/2025 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 4233

Job Description

The Functional Genomics group  is seeking to hire a highly enthusiastic and motivated individual at the Scientist level. The successful candidate will be expected to work in the lab under supervision and work closely with a group of committed scientists to perform functional genomics screens, cell-based assays, molecular biology experiments, quantitative and molecular genetic analyses to discover, develop and validate exciting drug discovery pipeline.

Responsibilities:
  • Execute and document experimental plans and laboratory procedures timely with great attention to details.
  • Execute data analysis and troubleshooting with guidance.
  • Perform mammalian cell line and primary cell tissue culture, CRISPR editing, lentivirus transduction, in vitro cell transfection, Flow cytometry analysis, and cell-based molecular biology and biochemical assays.
  • Performing RNA and DNA extraction from mammalian cell lines and tissues, and related quantitative PCR/digital PCR.
  • Present data internally and communicate effectively with colleagues.
  • Maintain laboratory protocols, notebooks, data, and project records responsively.
  • Operate and maintain lab equipment.
Basic Qualifications:
  • 0+ Years w/ Relevant PhD or equivalent (where applicable) 2+ Years w/ Relevant MS or equivalent 4+ Years w/ Relevant BS or equivalent Advanced and proficient understanding and use of technical principles, theories, and concepts to perform expansive range of work in a role. Basic knowledge of related and adjacent disciplinary areas.
  • Strong background in molecular biology, cell biology, or biochemistry.
  • Good critical thinking and attention to details are required.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to conduct experiments.
  • Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft word, PowerPoint and Excel.
  • The successful candidate must have expertise in his or her field of research as well as the ability to adapt to new technologies and techniques.
  • Comfortable in fast-paced company environment and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities.
Desired Qualifications:
  • Proficiency in mammalian cell and primary cell tissue culture, in vitro cell transfection, lentivirus transduction, and CRISPR editing.
  • Hands-on experience with performing experiments, such as RNA, DNA extraction, PCR, and cloning. 
  • Experience with handling samples at 96 or 384-well format.
  • Proficiency in performing and analysis of FACS and gene editing are preferred.
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