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Senior Scientist / Associate Director (Stem Cell Group)

iXCells Biotechnologies

San Diego, CA 92121

To apply for this opportunity, please send your resume to admin@ixcellsbiotech.com

Job Description: The Senior Scientist / Associate Director plays a role in the fast-paced and dynamic manufacture and R&D team. She/he is expected to lead the projects in product development, assay development, CRO services and other R&D programs in the stem cell group.  She/he should have extensive experience in human iPSC/ESC culture. The experiences in iPSC reprogramming and differentiation, and neuronal assays (electrophysiologic, images-based neurite outgrowth, etc.) are ideal.  She/he must demonstrate an excellent leadership, be able to guide a team in the department, and provide training to junior scientists, Research Associates, Associate Scientists. The Senior Scientist / Associate Director must have excellent written and oral communication skills, work well with different departments.

Major Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead the group of scientists/RAs to execute the projects in product development, assay development, customized CRO services and other R&D programs in the stem cell group
• Design and execute process development studies focused on iPSC reprogramming, editing, scale-up production and directed differentiation, followed by the efforts in translating R&D protocols into manufacturable processes. Prepare and update SOPs when necessary
• Monitor and manage multiple projects’ budget and timeline
• Review and approve protocols and reports
• Arrange proper training to junior scientists, Research Associates and Associate Scientists
• Supervise the team’s performance and maintain an efficient yet safe work environment in accordance with company policies/procedures/regulations

Qualifications

• Ph.D. with 5+ years working experience in biology, pharmacology or closely related fields. Candidates with industrial experience is preferred
• Extensive hands-on experience in human iPSC/ESC culture
• The experiences in iPSC reprogramming and differentiation, and neuronal assays (electrophysiologic, images-based neurite outgrowth, etc.) are ideal
• Excellent communication and management skills

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance