Stem Cell Lab Research Associate (iPSC/Organoid Models)

BioSpace; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 58,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Frederick National Laboratory, operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc., seeks a Research Associate I in the Stem Cell Lab to advance iPSC-derived cell and organoid models. You will perform mammalian cell culture, molecular biology, and cellular assays, while maintaining records and supporting protocol development.

Ideal candidates have at least a bachelor's degree or 2 years of related experience, strong lab skills, and the ability to obtain a security clearance in a collaborative

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years related experience.
• Minimum of two years of related experience.
• Demonstrated laboratory experience with mammalian cell culture, aseptic technique, and standard laboratory practices.
• Experience with basic molecular and cellular biology techniques.
• Ability to follow established experimental protocols while exercising independent judgment within a defined scope of work.
• Ability to maintain accurate and detailed laboratory records and appropriately document experimental procedures and results.
• Must possess basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammalian cell culture experiments, including routine maintenance, expansion, cryopreservation, and characterization of human cell lines, including induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs).
• Execute experiments and cellular assays using established protocols to support the development and characterization of iPSC-derived cell and organoid models.
• Perform molecular and cellular biology techniques, which may include immunocytochemistry, microscopy, flow cytometry, qPCR, protein analysis, and other cell-based assays.
• Maintain appropriate quality control procedures for cell cultures, experimental assays, reagents, and laboratory equipment.
• Collect, organize, analyze, and report experimental data to laboratory scientists and supervisors.
• Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory records, including experimental procedures, results, cell culture records, and laboratory documentation.
• Assist with the implementation, optimization, and documentation of new experimental protocols and procedures under the guidance of senior scientific staff.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation and assist with routine laboratory operations, including preparation of reagents, inventory management, and maintenance of laboratory supplies.
• Work collaboratively with scientists, research associates, and other members of the SOM Center to support the development of standardized, reproducible, and scalable stem cell and organoid models.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Aseptic technique

Molecular biology techniques

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4 years experience

Tools

qPCR instruments

Flow cytometer

Immunocytochemistry equipment

Microscopy

Job description

The Frederick National Laboratory, operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc., seeks a Research Associate I in the Stem Cell Lab to advance iPSC-derived cell and organoid models. You will perform mammalian cell culture, molecular biology, and cellular assays, while maintaining records and supporting protocol development.

Ideal candidates have at least a bachelor's degree or 2 years of related experience, strong lab skills, and the ability to obtain a security clearance in a collaborative