Research Associate in Waltham, MA

M-F 9AM-5PM EST

Free Parking Position is fully onsite Open to candidates willing to relocate at their own expense An extension is possible for this assignment

Candidates that have served as a Scientist or Senior Scientist would be considered overqualified.

Must have Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree with minimum of 4 year of Research Associate related experience.
• Expertise with mammalian cell culture including sterile technique, line maintenance, transfections
• Multicolor flow cytometry (FACS) – previous experience performing immunophenotyping using multicolor flow cytometry, FACS, and cellular immunology assays

Preferred Skills:

• Master's degree is strongly preferred, and minimum of 2+ years Research Associate related experience. Those candidates with PHD degrees will be considered.
• Experience with DNA and RNA isolation from cells and mammalian tissues, luminescence-based assays, PCR, ELISA/Western blot is a preferred

Description:

• The Research Associate/Sr. Research Associate will join the gene therapy immunology team at Client’s Genomic Medicine Unit to provide bench-facing expertise in support of gene therapy platforms.

The successful candidate will:

• Plan, execute and analyze in vitro / ex vivo studies using primary immune cells (from humans, mice and NHPs)
• Perform immunophenotyping using multicolor flow cytometry, FACS, and cellular immunology assays
• Design and execute common cell and molecular biology and biochemical assays
• Handle and isolate RNA/DNA/protein from rodent and mammalian tissues
• Independently execute experiments from detailed protocols and analysis of raw data
• Rigorously document experimental efforts, raw and analyzed data
• Clearly communicate results and activities with supervisor and colleagues

 Qualifications:

• Master’s degree with 2+ years’ experience (Industry experience & Masters degree strongly preferred) or Bachelor’s degree in molecular or cellular biology or related field with 4+ years lab work experience
• Significant expertise with mammalian cell culture including sterile technique, line maintenance, transfections
• Experience with multicolor flow cytometry (FACS)
• Experience with DNA and RNA isolation from cells and mammalian tissues, luminescence-based assays, PCR, ELISA/Western blot is a preferred
• An enthusiastic and fast learner who pays close attention to detail
• A team player who communicates effectively and can work independently to meet timelines

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