Scientist, Biological Sciences

Responsibilities

Engage in ground-breaking and innovative science.
Support and manage internal/external collaborations in one or more multidisciplinary projects to accelerate essential research activities.
Study the mechanistic basis of cell programming for health and rejuvenation.
Responsible for mentoring graduate students.
Responsible for developing project-specific experimental strategies, techniques, and procedures.
Responsible for helping PI train lab members, including scientists and technicians.
Contribute to writing and dissemination of research results.
Carry out research projects in collaboration with the PI.

Requirements

• PhD and a documented record of professional achievement in the form of impactful publications.
• Excellent computer skills, including advanced proficiency with Google apps, Excel, and Powerpoint graphic skills to produce documents and manage office projects.
• Excellent professional writing skills and the ability to attune through writing and presentations to a variety of audiences including senior executives through entry-level employees.
• Problem-solving skills sufficient to identify issues, conduct research, and develop innovative solutions.
• Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with a broad range of people, including staff colleagues, lab members, faculty, outside agencies and collaborators, and the community.
• Demonstrated high productivity and ability to complete work in a timely manner.
• Ability to organize work and set priorities.
• Ability to focus on details to produce accurate, quality work driven by deadlines.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and with others in a team.
• Strengths in dealing with ambiguity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates with strong training in the following fields are preferred:
• Epigenetics and Epigenetic modifications
• Metabolism, including metabolome and adipose tissue/skeletal muscle/liver metabolism
• Stem cell biology, prior experience with animal models is a plus
• Single cell analysis of animal tissues
• Screen platforms, including small molecules, CRISPR/Cas systems, RNAi, etc.
• Tissues crosstalk
• Animal disease models

Pay

• Scientist I: $116,450 - $157,550
• Scientist II: $137,000- $184,800
• Sr. Scientist I: $154,000 - $204,000
• Sr. Scientist II: $170,000- $247,000

Equal Opportunity Employment

We value collaboration and scientific excellence. We believe that a culture of belonging are foundational to scientific innovation and inquiry. At Altos Labs, exceptional scientists and industry leaders from around the world work together to advance a shared mission. Our intentional focus is on Belonging, so that all employees know that they are valued for their unique perspectives. We are all accountable for sustaining an inclusive environment.