Apex Systems Looking for Functional Genomics, Scientist at Cambridge, MA Full Time

Job Description:

Functional Genomics, Scientist 1281085

Location: Cambridge, MA (ONSITE)

Science: Cell and Gene Therapy

Therapeutic Areas: Multiple Therapeutic Areas

Job Overview: Responsible for and contribute to screening for candidate components of our genome medicine and get exposed to a variety of functional genomics methods in target ID.

Responsibilities:

• Work with scientific lead to design and implement screenings to optimize programmable gene insertion in different cell types
• Follow up on screening results in primary cells
• Perform DNA/RNA transfections and viral transductions
• Quantify genome editing events using various molecular assays
• Data analysis, figure generation and reporting of results within a timely manner
• Maintain a clean and organized laboratory space
• Present findings at small forums and R&D meetings
• Maintain a thorough and detailed electronic lab notebook

Qualifications:

• PhD or MS in cell biology, molecular biology or related fields is required with 2+ years of lab experience in industry or academia
• Have a good understanding of CRISPR technology and extensive hands-on experience
• Background in liver disease, stem cell biology and T-cells
• Experience in functional genomics and lentiviral work is highly preferred
• Experience in mammalian cell tissue culture, DNA/RNA transfection, bacterial culture, recombinant DNA cloning techniques, Primer design and PCR, Gel electrophoresis, Nucleic acid extraction and purification, (Experience with microscopy a plus)
• High throughput screening experience with automation is a plus
• NGS library prep, cell line generation using lentivirus, immunostaining and flowcytometry experience is a plus

About Stratacuity:

Whether you are seeking a career change or simply interested in becoming part of our network, you will appreciate the ethics guiding each Stratacuity team member. We build lasting relationships with exceptional biopharmaceutical talent and take great care to protect your personal information. Upon receiving your inquiry, you may be directly contacted by a Stratacuity team member to discuss your career goals. We will not share your information with anyone without your direct prior consent.

PROVEN SCIENTIFIC PLACEMENT™

Stratacuity is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stratacuity will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact us.

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Functional Genomics, Scientist 1281085

Location: Cambridge, MA (ONSITE)

Science: Cell and Gene Therapy

Therapeutic Areas: Multiple Therapeutic Areas

Job Overview: Responsible for and contribute to screening for candidate components of our genome medicine and get exposed to a variety of functional genomics methods in target ID.

Key Responsibilities

Work with scientific lead to design and implement screenings to optimize programmable gene insertion in different cell types

Follow up on screening results in primary cells

Perform DNA/RNA transfections and viral transductions

Quantify genome editing events using various molecular assays

Data analysis, figure generation and reporting of results within a timely manner

Maintain a clean and organized laboratory space

Present findings at small forums and R&D meetings

Maintain a thorough and detailed electronic lab notebook

Qualifications

PhD or MS in cell biology, molecular biology or related fields is required with 2+ years of lab experience in industry or academia

Have a good understanding of CRISPR technology and extensive hands-on experience

Background in liver disease, stem cell biology and T-cells

Experience in functional genomics and lentiviral work is highly preferred

Experience in mammalian cell tissue culture, DNA/RNA transfection, bacterial culture, recombinant DNA cloning techniques, Primer design and PCR, Gel electrophoresis, Nucleic acid extraction and purification, (Experience with microscopy a plus)

High throughput screening experience with automation is a plus

NGS library prep, cell line generation using lentivirus, immunostaining and flowcytometry experience is a plus

About Stratacuity:

Whether you are seeking a career change or simply interested in becoming part of our network, you will appreciate the ethics guiding each Stratacuity team member. We build lasting relationships with exceptional biopharmaceutical talent and take great care to protect your personal information. Upon receiving your inquiry, you may be directly contacted by a Stratacuity team member to discuss your career goals. We will not share your information with anyone without your direct prior consent.

PROVEN SCIENTIFIC PLACEMENT™

Stratacuity is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stratacuity will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact us.

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Functional Genomics, Scientist 1281085

Location: Cambridge, MA (ONSITE)

Science: Cell and Gene Therapy

Therapeutic Areas: Multiple Therapeutic Areas

Job Overview: Responsible for and contribute to screening for candidate components of our genome medicine and get exposed to a variety of functional genomics methods in target ID.

Key Responsibilities

Work with scientific lead to design and implement screenings to optimize programmable gene insertion in different cell types

Follow up on screening results in primary cells

Perform DNA/RNA transfections and viral transductions

Quantify genome editing events using various molecular assays

Data analysis, figure generation and reporting of results within a timely manner

Maintain a clean and organized laboratory space

Present findings at small forums and R&D meetings

Maintain a thorough and detailed electronic lab notebook

Qualifications

PhD or MS in cell biology, molecular biology or related fields is required with 2+ years of lab experience in industry or academia

Have a good understanding of CRISPR technology and extensive hands-on experience

Background in liver disease, stem cell biology and T-cells

Experience in functional genomics and lentiviral work is highly preferred

Experience in mammalian cell tissue culture, DNA/RNA transfection, bacterial culture, recombinant DNA cloning techniques, Primer design and PCR, Gel electrophoresis, Nucleic acid extraction and purification, (Experience with microscopy a plus)

High throughput screening experience with automation is a plus

NGS library prep, cell line generation using lentivirus, immunostaining and flowcytometry experience is a plus

About Stratacuity:

Whether you are seeking a career change or simply interested in becoming part of our network, you will appreciate the ethics guiding each Stratacuity team member. We build lasting relationships with exceptional biopharmaceutical talent and take great care to protect your personal information. Upon receiving your inquiry, you may be directly contacted by a Stratacuity team member to discuss your career goals. We will not share your information with anyone without your direct prior consent.

PROVEN SCIENTIFIC PLACEMENT™

Stratacuity is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stratacuity will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact us.

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Location: Cambridge, MA (ONSITE)

Science: Cell and Gene Therapy

Therapeutic Areas: Multiple Therapeutic Areas

Job Overview: Responsible for and contribute to screening for candidate components of our genome medicine and get exposed to a variety of functional genomics methods in target ID.

Key Responsibilities

Work with scientific lead to design and implement screenings to optimize programmable gene insertion in different cell types

Follow up on screening results in primary cells

Perform DNA/RNA transfections and viral transductions

Quantify genome editing events using various molecular assays

Data analysis, figure generation and reporting of results within a timely manner

Maintain a clean and organized laboratory space

Present findings at small forums and R&D meetings

Maintain a thorough and detailed electronic lab notebook

Qualifications

PhD or MS in cell biology, molecular biology or related fields is required with 2+ years of lab experience in industry or academia

Have a good understanding of CRISPR technology and extensive hands-on experience

Background in liver disease, stem cell biology and T-cells

Experience in functional genomics and lentiviral work is highly preferred

Experience in mammalian cell tissue culture, DNA/RNA transfection, bacterial culture, recombinant DNA cloning techniques, Primer design and PCR, Gel electrophoresis, Nucleic acid extraction and purification, (Experience with microscopy a plus)

High throughput screening experience with automation is a plus

NGS library prep, cell line generation using lentivirus, immunostaining and flowcytometry experience is a plus

About Stratacuity:

Whether you are seeking a career change or simply interested in becoming part of our network, you will appreciate the ethics guiding each Stratacuity team member. We build lasting relationships with exceptional biopharmaceutical talent and take great care to protect your personal information. Upon receiving your inquiry, you may be directly contacted by a Stratacuity team member to discuss your career goals. We will not share your information with anyone without your direct prior consent.

PROVEN SCIENTIFIC PLACEMENT™

Stratacuity is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stratacuity will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact us.

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Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or