Scientist (Primary Cell / Product)
iXCells Biotechnologies
San Diego, CA 92121
To apply for this opportunity, please send your resume to admin@ixcellsbiotech.com
Job Description: The Scientist (Primary Cell / Product Group) plays a role in the fast-paced and dynamic manufacture and R&D team. She/he will support the group lead to execute the projects in product generation, CRO services and R&D programs in the Primary Cell / Product group, including primary cell isolation, and various assays using primary cells. The individual will interact with other internal and external departments for project development.
Major Roles and Responsibilities
- Lead CRO projects independently under the supervision of the group lead in Primary Cell / Product groups, including product generation & QC, CRO services and R&D projects
- Isolate and characterize primary cells from animal and human tissue specimens
- Evaluate the project's feasibility, estimate the cost and execute the project within the budget and timeline
- Prepare the project report, and work with the project manager for report updates
- Prepare and update company SOPs
- Assist in training of sales and technical support teams
- Mentor, train and/or coach Research Associates
- Represent the company at professional meetings both within and outside of the company
Qualifications
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- Ph.D. with 3+ years working experience in biology, pharmacology or closely related fields. Candidates with industrial experience is preferred
- Experience with handling rodents or human tissue specimens is a requirement; experience in liver and kidney tissue processing is ideal
- Proficiency in rodent dissection, primary cell culture, immunofluorescence staining, flow cytometry, etc.
- Ability to multitask across several research areas/projects
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes quickly
- Detail-oriented, with excellent organization and record-keeping skills
- Strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in MS Office and other software for sequencing analysis and data graphing
- Able to work in a team-oriented environment. Effectively collaborate across functional teams
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
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