Genomic Medicine Research Fellow – CRISPR Gene Therapy

1300 Massachusetts General Physicians Organization, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Musolino Laboratory at Massachusetts General Hospital, within the Center for Genomic Medicine, seeks a highly motivated post-doctoral Research Fellow. The role focuses on the development and application of gene therapy technologies for rare vascular diseases and will involve CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing and mammalian cell culture.

The successful candidate will work in a collaborative team with Principal Investigators, postdocs, technicians, and students, contribute to experiments, data

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate must have or be about to complete a Ph.D. in a relevant biological field.
• Experience with CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing and mammalian cell culture is required.
• Strong publication record and ability to work independently and in a team.
• Experience with genomic therapies and molecular genomic techniques is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform CRISPR-based genome editing using established protocols.
• Conduct molecular genomics procedures (DNA/RNA extraction, RNAseq, etc.).
• Design, execute, and interpret research experiments.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks and assist training of staff.
• Prepare written data reports and contribute to manuscripts.

Skills

Ph.D. in biology

Excellent English communication

Independent and team player

Genomic therapies experience

Molecular genomic techniques

Mammalian cell culture

Animal modeling experience

Willingness to learn new techniques

Education

Doctoral Degree

Job description

The Musolino Laboratory at Massachusetts General Hospital, within the Center for Genomic Medicine, seeks a highly motivated post-doctoral Research Fellow. The role focuses on the development and application of gene therapy technologies for rare vascular diseases and will involve CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing and mammalian cell culture.

The successful candidate will work in a collaborative team with Principal Investigators, postdocs, technicians, and students, contribute to experiments, data