Research Associate Scientist/Cell Biology

Lab Temps is assisting our clientin their search for a Research Associate or Associate Scientist (Cell Biology) with expertise in cellular and molecular biology-based assays. Its mission isto detect and then cure cancer at its earliest stages, effortlessly and pain-free. The technology which grounds the company's efforts ushers in a new era in "synthetic biomarkers" as a novel methodology to detect cancer and then subsequently localize and then treat cancer. The enabling technology utilizes "synthetic biomarkers" as a novel methodology to detect, localize and ultimately destroy cancer.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain cell lines and primary cell-based models using aseptic cell culture techniques
• Perform plasmid transfections and lentiviral vector transductions to derive stable cell lines
• Perform luminescence, fluorescence, and colorimetry-based reporter assays
• Perform nucleic acid isolations from mammalian cells, PCRs and RT-PCRs
• Perform cell-based assays (i.e.fluorescence microscopy, flow cytometry, etc.) for evaluation of localization, proliferation, toxicity and pharmacokinetics-based studies
• Meticulous documentation of experimental methods and results in organized lab records
• Work and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, and present findings internally and to external partners

Who You Are:

• You share our same sense of dedication, scientific passion, and entrepreneurial spirit
• You work well in a fast-paced and extremely focused startup environment
• You are not only smart but clever and constantly think outside the box
• You are able to make logical decisions in an instant when there is little time to evaluate
• You are a natural communicator and relationship builder
• You stay calm under high pressure and stress
• You have the ability to multi-task in a serious way, with extreme attention to detail
• You become a representative of the core DNA of the company through who you are

Position Qualifications:

Required Experience, Knowledge, and Skills

• BS or MS degree in Life Sciences or Cell Biology or Immunology with 2-3 years biotech industry or equivalent research experience
• Demonstrated expertise in aseptic cell culture of mammalian cells, including maintenance and creation of research/master cell banks
• Expertise in transfection (lipofection and/or electroporation) and viral transduction methods
• Strong hands-on experience and knowledge in multicolor flow cytometry/FACS, immunofluorescence, immunohistochemistry, microscopy, western blot, ELISAs and Luminex assays
• Proficiency in standard molecular biology techniques including DNA/RNA isolation, cloning, PCR, and qPCR is highly desirable
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Able to multi-task, manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively in a fast-paced, adaptive, collaborative environment
• Think independently, communicate effectively, and fully integrate into a high achieving team environment

Position Benefits:

Competitive Compensation Package, Healthcare package, PTO