Scientist II

Virals Vector Research Scientist

This position is located in South San Francisco, CA.

About the role

We are seeking a Viral Vector Research Scientist to support the production, characterization, and development of next-generation viral vectors for gene therapy research. This role will focus on end-to-end viral vector production, viral analytics, genome engineering, and technology development in a collaborative research environment.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture
• Viral vector production, including Lentivirus and/or Adeno-Associated Virus (AAV)
• Molecular biology techniques including transient plasmid transfection, PCR, qPCR, ddPCR/dPCR, and Western blot
• Experience with CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing for in vitro and/or in vivo applications
• Viral vector analytics and characterization
• Digital laboratory documentation and electronic laboratory notebooks (ELN)
• Viral inventory management and laboratory informatics platforms

Requirements

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Virology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Genetics, or a related life sciences discipline
• 3+ years of laboratory research experience
• 5-10 years of overall relevant experience preferred

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture
• Viral vector production, including Lentivirus and/or Adeno-Associated Virus (AAV)
• Molecular biology techniques including transient plasmid transfection, PCR, qPCR, ddPCR/dPCR, and Western blot
• Experience with CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing for in vitro and/or in vivo applications
• Viral vector analytics and characterization
• Digital laboratory documentation and electronic laboratory notebooks (ELN)
• Viral inventory management and laboratory informatics platforms

Skills

• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture
• Viral vector production, including Lentivirus and/or Adeno-Associated Virus (AAV)
• Molecular biology techniques including transient plasmid transfection, PCR, qPCR, ddPCR/dPCR, and Western blot
• Experience with CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing for in vitro and/or in vivo applications
• Viral vector analytics and characterization
• Digital laboratory documentation and electronic laboratory notebooks (ELN)
• Viral inventory management and laboratory informatics platforms

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

$46.90-$62.94/hr (W2)

Schedule

Not specified