Senior Research Associate, Molecular Engineering (6-month Contract)

Arc Institute

Palo Alto, CA, United States
Base: $7,290 - $9,520 monthly; bonus/equity: not s...
On-site
Stem cell culture and differentiation
Lentiviral transduction optimization
Functional characterization of perturbed cells
Arc Institute is seeking a Senior Research Associate for a 6-month contract in Molecular Engineering, focusing on genetic perturbation screens in human pluripotent stem cells. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in stem cell culture, molecular biology techniques, and exhibit a detail-oriented and adaptive mindset

Job Summary

  • Arc Institute is an independent nonprofit research organization at the interface of artificial intelligence and biology.
  • This role supports the execution of arrayed genetic perturbation screens in disease-relevant human pluripotent stem cell (hPSC)-derived cells.
  • The position is a 6-month contract focused on advancing the Institute's Alzheimer's Disease Initiative.

Matching Summary

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Arc Institute is seeking a Senior Research Associate for a 6-month contract in Molecular Engineering, focusing on genetic perturbation screens in human pluripotent stem cells. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in stem cell culture, molecular biology techniques, and exhibit a detail-oriented and adaptive mindset.

Salary

Base: $7,290 - $9,520 monthly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Stem cell culture and differentiation
  • Lentiviral transduction optimization
  • Functional characterization of perturbed cells
  • Arrayed genetic perturbation screens
  • CRISPR-Cas9 or genome editing techniques
  • Flow cytometry and multi-color panels
  • Immunostaining and FlowJo analysis

Nice-to-have

  • Molecular cloning and virus production
  • Cell line engineering
  • Experience with LIMS systems
  • Data analysis using Python or R

Key Requirements

  • BS/MS or equivalent professional experience
  • 4+ years relevant experience (BS) or 0-2+ years (MS)
  • Proficient stem cell culturing skills
  • Familiarity with genome editing techniques
  • Experience with flow cytometry experiments
  • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
  • Strong oral and written communication skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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