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Research Associate - Spatial Biology - Gene Therapy

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94080

Posted: 11/21/2024 Employment Type: Contract To Hire Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 615552 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description

Research Associate  - Gene Therapy 

Job Summary 
The Gene Therapy group is seeking to hire an entry-level Research Associate to become an integral part of the gene therapy drug development effort. We seek candidates who think critically and have the desire and ability to learn new techniques. This position requires adaptability and an ability to perform at a high level in a fast-paced environment. A qualified candidate will have knowledge of immunohistochemistry, RNAscope and BaseScope assays, and familiarity with microscopy and imaging. In this position, you will play an integral role in characterizing the expression of transgenic constructs in mouse and NHP tissues. You will perform staining and imaging for detection of transgene and cell marker expression. This role will require a flexible work schedule including working on weekends. 
 
Qualifications 
  • Bachelor's degree in the biological sciences (e.g. Genetics, Biochemistry, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Physiology, Neuroscience or related field) with 1-2 years of relevant postgraduate research experience in an industry setting. 
  • Creativity and the ability to work within an interdisciplinary team to achieve technical and corporate milestones. 
  • Strong verbal and written communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. 
  • Flexible schedule including working on weekends. 
  • Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision

Technical Requirements and Skills: 
  • Knowledge of chromogenic and fluorescence RNAscope and/or BaseScope staining. 
  • Familiarity with imaging chromogenic slides as well as fluorescence multiplex slides. 
  • Experience working with multiple tissue preparations (FFPE, fixed-frozen, fresh-frozen, etc.) and multiple tissue types (mouse and NHP). 
  • Ideal candidate will have familiarity with ELNs (i.e. Benchling), immunohistochemistry (IHC, antibody staining), ddPCR, qPCR, Olink-based proteomics, MSD, protein isolation, Western blot. 
  • Strong record-keeping and organizational skills. 

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Planet Pharma is an equal opportunity employer. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at Planet Pharma, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma.