Senior Research Associate - Functional Genomics

Arcinstitute; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 92,500 - 114,250; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

Long-term funding

High-risk research freedom

Job summary

Arc Institute in Palo Alto is looking for a Senior Research Associate to join their Functional Genomics team. This role concentrates on high-throughput interrogation of genomes, supporting the Virtual Cell Initiative, and collaborating with pioneering labs.

The ideal candidate should have expertise in mammalian cell culture and functional genomic screens. This position offers a chance to work with cutting-edge genomic technologies and research systems in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience with a BS degree or 2+ years with an MS degree.
• Proficiency in mammalian cell culture and aseptic techniques.
• Experience executing high throughput CRISPR screens, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine mammalian cell culture and manipulation.
• Execute large-scale in vitro perturbation screens and NGS sample preparation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams at Arc.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Functional genomic screens

NGS library preparation

CRISPR techniques

Attention to detail

Education

BS degree in relevant field

MS degree in relevant field

Tools

ELN and LIMS systems

Flow cytometry

Job description

Arc Institute in Palo Alto is looking for a Senior Research Associate to join their Functional Genomics team. This role concentrates on high-throughput interrogation of genomes, supporting the Virtual Cell Initiative, and collaborating with pioneering labs.

The ideal candidate should have expertise in mammalian cell culture and functional genomic screens. This position offers a chance to work with cutting-edge genomic technologies and research systems in a fast-paced environment.