Lead CRISPR Genomics Scientist for Heart Disease

SLAC; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Engreitz Laboratory at Stanford University is seeking a Research Scientist (Life Science Research Professional 3) to lead large-scale CRISPR data generation projects focused on heart disease genetics.

You will design independent studies, supervise a multidisciplinary team, collaborate with experimentalists and computational biologists, and contribute to publications, grants, and protocol development in a dynamic, cutting-edge research environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in cellular genomics and molecular biology.
• Strong ability to analyze quantitative data and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Proven track record writing publications and grants.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; adaptable in fast-paced settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead independent CRISPR data generation projects.
• Design and supervise large-scale experiments.
• Collect comprehensive perturbation datasets to map genome function.
• Collaborate with experimentalists and computational biologists.
• Create rigorous visualizations and presentations of results.
• Contribute to publications, protocols, and intellectual property.

Skills

CRISPR data generation

Cellular genomics

Quantitative data analysis

Collaborative skills

Team leadership

Education

PhD degree

Tools

Molecular biology techniques

Job description

The Engreitz Laboratory at Stanford University is seeking a Research Scientist (Life Science Research Professional 3) to lead large-scale CRISPR data generation projects focused on heart disease genetics.

You will design independent studies, supervise a multidisciplinary team, collaborate with experimentalists and computational biologists, and contribute to publications, grants, and protocol development in a dynamic, cutting-edge research environment.