High Throughput Biology Senior Research Associate

About the role

Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Research Associate to join our Human Cell Core. The successful candidate will contribute to the development and execution of advanced human cell models at scale, working in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively as a team to maintain and expand primary human cells at scale
• Operate state-of-the-art instrumentation and liquid handling equipment to support human cells at scale
• Participate in planning experiments and execute new ideas to scale cell models and technologies
• Recognize problems and conduct troubleshooting on a routine basis
• Conducts complex, multi-component experiments independently
• Clearly and effectively communicate information within the team and present at internal group meetings

Requirements

• Experience working with laboratory instrumentation including complex troubleshooting
• Experience with techniques required to culture primary human cells and/or stem cells
• Excellent communication skills and adaptive to a time-line driven work environment
• Excellent multitasking skills, attention to detail and ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Ability and willingness to work rotating weekend shifts and holidays according to business needs

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in biological sciences or related field and 0-2 years’ experience in a research laboratory
• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or related field and 4+ years’ experience in a research laboratory

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Benefits

• Annual bonus
• Annual equity awards
• Generous paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Student loan repayment program
• Commuting subsidy
• Matching charitable donations
• 401(k) plan

Pay

$75,200 - $112,800

Schedule

Five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.