Senior Scientist, iPSC Biology

The Role:

We are looking for an enthusiastic, competent, and self-motivated Scientist with a strong background in molecular biology and genome editing to join our Gene Editing team to help expand our off-target platform.

Here's What You'll Do:

• Lead, design, implement, and troubleshoot experiments to develop and improve iPSC-based platform to facilitate advancements in genome editing technology
• Perform routine cell culture, including somatic cell reprogramming, human iPSC expansion, cell banking and differentiation.
• Execute cell-based and molecular biology assays
• Maintain and organize lab records and relevant documentation in paper or electronic format
• Compile experimental data and present scientific results at team research meetings
• Author relevant documents, such as protocols, SOPs, etc.
• Contribute to publications and patent applications
• Collaborate closely with Computational Biology group and Cell Biology Group
• Assist coordination of research associates and day-to-day laboratory operations

Requirements:

• PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience or a related field with significant training and research experience with iPSC biology and genome editing technologies, with 5+ years of experience
• Experience with iPSC expansion, cell banking and differentiation, transdifferentiation, transfection, transduction, and genome editing
• Experience with cell-based and ligand-based assays, such as cell proliferation, apoptosis, IF, and flow cytometry, ELISA, etc.
• Experience with molecular biology techniques, such as DNA/RNA extraction and purification, PCR, qPCR, ddPCR, cloning, western blot/WES, etc.
• Relevant technical skills for data analysis, DNA and protein sequence analysis, ELN documentation, and presenting results
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Passion and ability to learn new concepts and skills
• Ability to multitask in a dynamic environment
• Occasional weekend work is required
• Industry experience strongly preferred

We're committed to finding the best ways to support our teams so they can do their best work. We take care of our employees, right from the start.

Health & Wellness

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance covered at 90%
• Low deductible, no co-insurance and no copays for mental health visits (for in-network care)
• Annual fitness reimbursement
• Employer paid for access to wellness apps and programs like Task Human

Financial

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) retirement plans with a 4% employer match and no vesting period
• Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance
• Employer-sponsored flexible spending accounts (FSA) and dependent care account (DCA)
• Access to a 1-on-1 financial advisor
• Commuter reimbursement benefit
• Monthly cell phone stipend

Time Off & Flexibility

• Unlimited paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, family leave, personal days, and bereavement
• 18 paid company holidays, plus an end-of-year holiday shut down
• 12 weeks of parental leave
• Federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML), administered by Unum

Development Journey

• Insights Discovery training for every employee to make the most of workplace relationships
• Ongoing professional development, including manager training
• Access to LinkedIn Learning, a self-guided online education platform

Why join Life Edit and the ElevateBio ecosystem?

Life Edit Therapeutics is an integrated subsidiary of ElevateBio, a technology-driven cell and gene therapy company that is accelerating access to the cutting-edge technologies and expertise that can change the future of medicine. Our integrated model combines multiple R&D technology platforms - including Life Edit gene editing - and cGMP manufacturing to power the discovery and development of advanced therapeutics.Our ecosystem is designed to enhance speed, delivery, and probability of success to change patient lives.

Life Edit is an integral part of ElevateBio's ecosystem of platform technologies and is pioneering focused next-generation gene editing technologies and therapeutics. Located in Durham, NC, members of Life Edit work closely with the ElevateBio Research and Development and BaseCamp manufacturing teams in Waltham, MA. Life Edit is advancing therapeutic programs in collaboration with industry partners while building its own internal pipeline of gene editing therapies. We are looking for a unique individual who can continue to lead the cultural development of Life Edit and build on its momentum as an integral part of the ElevateBio ecosystem.

Our Mission:
To power the creation of life-transforming cell and gene therapies, at a speed the world deserves.

Our Vision:
We seek to be the world's most indispensable cell and gene therapy technology company, redefining how companies operate, how products are created and how disease is treated.

ElevateBio is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. ElevateBio will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.