Biologist III - # 26-16907

Key Responsibilities

• Culture, passage, and plate human intestinal organoids to support the group's research objectives.
• Perform assays in primary 3D cell culture models such as Transwells or MPS/CIVM platforms.
• Test biologic and small molecule compounds in cell-based assays for functional readouts, including cell proliferation, cytokine release, and gene expression.
• Execute advanced molecular and cellular biology techniques, including but not limited to flow cytometry (FACS), ELISA, MSD, and qPCR.
• Process human tissue ex vivo and isolate organoids, fibroblasts, and immune cells from human tissue or blood.
• Work independently on the design, execution, and interpretation of experimental results to validate project-relevant hypotheses.
• Maintain close communication with multiple teams to support human intestinal organoid cell needs.
• Implement and innovate new experimental protocols and techniques as needed.
• Analyze, interpret, document, and report data consistently, concisely, and rigorously, both to individual stakeholders and in group settings.
• Drive project impact primarily through hands-on, lab-based activities.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or a related field, with 4+ years of experience in an industry setting.
• In vitro cell culture experience, including sterile techniques and handling of challenging cell types.
• Experience working with primary human organoids.
• Comfortable handling with ex vivo human tissue and processing.
• Experience with 3D cell culture models such as transwells or MPS/CIVM platforms.
• Proficiency in ELISA, MSD or Luminex.
• Ability to learn new skills and apply them in a fast-paced research environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Comfortable managing, shifting timelines and evolving work priorities.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong creativity, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

Skills that are a plus

• Experience with cell-based assay development.
• Proficiency in multi-color flow cytometry.
• Experience with gene expression analysis by qPCR.
• Experience working with fibroblasts and immune cells, including T cells, B cells, and monocytes.

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