A bright scientific mind with a great attention to detail to work with and report to scientists in the Koniku biolab. The biolab team will work on 6 – 12 month delivery timelines involving several large cell-based screening assay. The research associate will be expected to conduct impeccable experiments and to careful collect experimental data and observations. You will be asked to generate 100+ genetic construct variants with the aid of an automated liquid handling system. The ideal candidate is highly meticulous, patient and articulate.

A MSc with 2+ years of industry experience or PhD in Biology or related field and publications in molecular biology.

Experience & Additional Qualifications

• • Familiarity with mammalian cell culture, Extensive Cloning and sub-cloning experience for DNA constructs (point mutation, saturating mutations and variant library development).
  • Techniques required: qRT-PCR, nucleic acid isolation, transfections, spectroscopy, primary cell culture, FACS, Western Blot.
  • Experience in small molecule screening is appreciated.
  • Immunocyochemistry and live cell imaging experience is appreciated.
  • Experience in cell signaling is appreciated (pathway crosstalk, phosphoblots).
  • PhD/MSc in Biology or related field + 2 years laboratory experience.
  • Excellent skills in communication, organization, flexibility and an eagerness to learn.
  • Must work well independently and in a team setting.
  • Must be dependable, willing to follow procedural instructions and work with computers, and meticulous in maintaining a laboratory notebook.
  • Must work with potentially hazardous materials and be able to lift up to 40 pounds, and be capable of standing, lifting, bending, etc., for extended periods of time.

Detailed Job Description

• • Maintain cell cultures in the Koniku biolab.
  • Perform hundreds of cDNA cloning and site directed mutagenesis and random mutagenesis.
  • Perform microplate transfection and use plate reader for data collection.
  • Perform initial data analysis and present data to other scientists one-on-one and in team meetings.
  • Maintain accurate notes and document experimental observations.

Additional Requirements

• • To conform to ITAR regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer; We hire for individual competence, retain on results, advance for excellence – no exceptions