Senior iPSC Scientist - Stem Cell Research Lead

Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA; Torrance (CA); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 100.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Torrance, CA is seeking a Senior Scientist to lead iPSC reprogramming and differentiation projects. You will design experiments, mentor junior scientists, and collaborate across core facilities to advance translational research and therapeutic discovery.

Responsibilities include developing assays, training core staff, ensuring quality controls, and maintaining detailed records, with emphasis on teamwork in a

Qualificações

• PhD in cell or molecular biology required.
• 1-2 years experience in lab techniques including iPSC culture; SeaHorse workflows and 10x Genomics platforms operations.
• Hands-on experience with iPSC culture, directed differentiation, sterile technique.
• Familiarity with flow cytometry and confocal microscopy.

Responsabilidades

• Perform and support experiments involving induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), including maintenance, expansion, and directed differentiation.
• Execute sterile cell culture techniques with strict adherence to quality control and contamination prevention standards.
• Assist with experimental design, data collection, analysis, and documentation.
• Operate and maintain advanced research instrumentation, including FACS sorters, 10x Genomics platforms, and Seahorse assays.
• Maintain accurate and organized laboratory records, protocols, and inventory.
• Support multiple concurrent projects within the core and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Train and assist users of the core facility, fostering a collaborative and service-oriented environment.

Conhecimentos

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Formação

PhD in cell or molecular biology

Ferramentas

SeaHorse platforms

10x Genomics Chromium/Visium

FACS sorters

Confocal microscopy

Descrição da vaga

The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Torrance, CA is seeking a Senior Scientist to lead iPSC reprogramming and differentiation projects. You will design experiments, mentor junior scientists, and collaborate across core facilities to advance translational research and therapeutic discovery.

Responsibilities include developing assays, training core staff, ensuring quality controls, and maintaining detailed records, with emphasis on teamwork in a