Biologist II

Responsibilities:

• Execute hands-on scientific research involving screening of recombinant tool and therapeutic proteins, including antigens, antibodies and other biologics molecules.
• Culture and maintain mammalian cell lines (adherent and suspension) as required to support biological and functional assays.
• Generate cell lines for screening of therapeutic and tool molecules.
• Perform biological and biochemical assays (such as Flow Cytometry, ELISA, PCR and WES) to characterize cell lines and biologic molecules.
• Keep accurate electronic records of experiments and activities, timely summarize and graph experimental data, and present findings internally as needed.
• Work closely with scientists in the Biotherapeutics and Genetic Medicine organization and relevant project teams wherever appropriate.
• The position requires creativity, adaptability, critical thinking, and focus on pursuit of project team goals.

Requirements:

• BS or MS in molecular and cell biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, or other relevant biological sciences with 3-5 years of relevant academic or industry experience.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture, molecular biology, and assays such as ELISA, WES (or traditional Western blot), PCR and basic Flow Cytometry.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple ongoing activities.
• Ability to work independently on assigned research tasks, anticipate problems and propose potential solutions.
• Ability to work in a demanding and intellectually challenging environment, and teamwork across multiple scientific disciplines and functions.
• Knowledge of aging biology, age-related diseases, cancer biology, and/or biologics is a plus.