Research Associate – In vitro Biology

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform in vitro cell-based functional assays as well as cell-based binding assays using standard assay techniques such as alpha
  
  LISA/ELISA, Luminex, microscopy, and flow cytometry.
• Culture and engineer cell lines and prepare reagents and test agents as specified in approved protocols.
• Exercise basic technical discretion to troubleshoot experiments.
• Review data, prepare reports, and communicate experimental results to manager and in team meetings.
• Coordinate and execute on assigned tasks by interacting with multi-disciplinary teams
• Maintain and complete documentation of all experimental procedures and data in an electronic laboratory notebook.

• M.S. in Cell Biology, Immunology, or equivalent scientific discipline with 1-2 years (with M.S.) or 3-4 years of hands-on laboratory experience in an industrial or academic setting
• Proficiency with in vitro/ex vivo cell-based techniques including isolation of primary human immune cell subsets, mammalian cell culture, transfection, cell-based functional assays, flow cytometry, Western blot, and alpha
  
  LISA/ELISA is required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and ensure on time delivery, with minimum supervision is highly desired.
• Experience with automated liquid handling systems and processes is a plus
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to interpret and clearly understand SOPs and laboratory procedures
• Detail-oriented, analytical with excellent problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment
• Diligent, strong growth mindset with positive “can-do” attitude towards assigned tasks
• Good planning and organizing skills to meet project deadlines