Scientist, Hematopoiesis (iPSCs)

About the role

The Scientist, Hematopoiesis (iPSCs) will be responsible for conducting research and development activities related to hematopoietic stem cell (HSC) therapies using induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs).

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments to understand the biology of hematopoietic stem cells and iPSCs.
• Develop and optimize protocols for iPSC generation and differentiation.
• Collaborate with other scientists and engineers to integrate iPSC-based technologies into therapeutic platforms.
• Write and publish scientific papers in high-impact journals.
• Present findings at internal and external scientific meetings.

Requirements

• A PhD in a relevant field such as Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, or a related discipline.
• Experience with iPSC generation and differentiation techniques.
• Strong background in stem cell biology and/or genetics.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of successful grant writing and securing funding.
• Experience with CRISPR/Cas9 or similar genome editing technologies.
• Knowledge of iPSC-based disease modeling and drug screening.

Skills

• Proficiency in molecular biology techniques including PCR, qPCR, Western blotting, and immunohistochemistry.
• Experience with next-generation sequencing technologies.
• Strong programming skills in Python/R or equivalent.
• Experience with bioinformatics tools for data analysis.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.

Pay

• $100,000 - $120,000 annually.

Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.