Scientist III Stem cell-derived chronic kidney disease models

Aequor-a6ad214d; Ridgefield (CT); In loco; USD 85.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Aequor is seeking a scientifically seasoned professional to independently perform routine and non-routine in vitro and cell-based assays, analyze results, and contribute to drug discovery efforts. The role emphasizes literature-based experimental design, data integrity, and cross-functional collaboration within a dynamic lab environment.

The candidate will manage laboratory operations, draft technical reports, and communicate findings effectively while adhering to regulatory and safety standards.

Competenze

• Master's degree with 3+ years' experience in related scientific discipline or Bachelor's Degree with 7+ years' experience in related scientific discipline or equivalent experience in related field; pharma/biotech/CRO experience desirable; non-PhD applicant accepted.
• Supplemental technical courses in area of expertise
• Ability to operate laboratory equipment with independence
• Ability to draft technical reports
• Demonstrate written and verbal communication skills
• Concise and accurate reporting of technical data and interpretation thereof
• Proven problem-solving ability
• Able to act for supervisor in absence
• Understanding of applicable regulations

Mansioni

• Initiates and completes routine in vitro studies independently, interprets outcomes, and proposes follow-up actions.
• Designs and executes non-routine cell-based assays and biochemical assays based on literature analyses.
• Keeps abreast of literature and attends meetings to stay current.
• Operates and maintains lab equipment, with Troubleshooting.
• Proposes new experiments/technologies and trains junior staff.
• Communicates and defends work; writes protocols, procedures, and technical reports.
• Maintains accurate electronic lab notebooks and data integrity.
• Ensures work complies with SOPs, policies and safety regulations.
• Supports weekend business operations with 2–4 hour commitment.

Conoscenze

Experimental design

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Independent working

Attention to detail

Formazione

Master's degree in life sciences

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Equivalent related field experience

Strumenti

Mammalian cell culture

RT-PCR

Western blot

ELISA

Transfection

Nucleic acid extraction

Descrizione del lavoro

Duties:

• Initiates and completes routine in vitro studies in an independent, efficient, and timely manner, without supervision. Interprets the outcome of those experiments and proposes appropriate follow-up independently; troubleshoots effectively.
• Designs and executes non-routine cell-based in vitro and biochemical assays based on literature analyses; conducts exploratory experiments with minimal supervision.
• Independently applies basic scientific principles, performs literature searches and extracts relevant information from literature and published protocols, attends scientific meetings, and keeps abreast of literature in own field.
• Independently operates and is responsible for lab equipment and maintenance; troubleshoots effectively.
• Proposes new experiments/technologies based on science as well as overall understanding of drug discovery/development process; Demonstrates expertise in field and contributes to training technicians and junior level scientists
• Communicates and defends their own work in the context of team and department goals effectively both orally and in writing; writes protocols, procedures, and technical reports; provides input for scientific reports.
• Reports and treats data with a high level of integrity and ethics. Maintains accurate and up-to-date electronic lab notebooks.
• Complies with applicable regulations, performing all work in a safe and compliant manner; maintaining proper records in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and policies.

This role includes a recurring commitment of approximately 2-4 hours each weekend to support business operations. Scheduling is flexible and can typically be completed at a time that works best for the employee.

Skills:

• Experience in aseptic mammalian tissue culture techniques and basic molecular biology techniques including nucleic acid extraction, RT-PCR, Western Blot, ELISA, transfection is required. Experimental design, execution, and interpretation in these areas will be required.
• Experience in human pluripotent stem cell culture is desired.
• Proven problem-solving ability and eagerness to learn. Ability to evaluate new technologies and assist in incorporating them into our research.
• Written and verbal communication skills: concise and accurate reporting of technical data and information
• Proficiency with computers and data analysis software such as Microsoft Excel and GraphPad Prism.
• Ability and willingness to work effectively in a highly collaborative environment.

Education:

• Master's Degree with 3+ years' experience in related scientific discipline or Bachelor's Degree with 7+ years' experience in related scientific discipline or equivalent experience in related field; pharmaceutical, biotechnology or CRO experience is highly desirable; non-PhD applicant required.
• Supplemental technical courses in area of expertise
• Ability to operate laboratory equipment with independence
• Ability to draft technical reports
• Demonstrate written and verbal communication skills
• Concise and accurate reporting of technical data and interpretation thereof
• Proven problem-solving ability
• Able to act for supervisor in his/her absence
• Appropriate level of understanding of applicable regulations

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