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Research Associate II

S San Francisco, CA 94080

Posted: 04/29/2024 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 604252 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

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Research Associate II - Cell Line and Advanced Cellular Model Banking

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate to support the centralized cell banking and distribution team for Research and Development. The focus will be to use a variety of culturing techniques to expand, bank, Quality Control, characterize and distribute advanced cellular models within Research. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in culturing a variety of cell lines and advanced cellular models, molecular, biochemical techniques and some automation experience. The candidate will be expected to frequently interact and communicate with other groups as part of a diverse and multidisciplinary team. Requirements:
  • BS/MS or PhD in life sciences
  • Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture 4 years or more
  • 2 years or more of hands-on experience with optimizing, scaling up of cell lines, organoids and iPSCs
  • 2 year automation experience
  • In depth knowledge of cell lines and advance model QCs - karyotyping, tri-lineage differentiation, pluripotency testing, mycoplasma, authentication
  • Adept with FACs, IF staining, RT-PCR, biochemical assays, DNA & RNA extraction
  • Familiar with LIMS and proficient with database maintenance
  • Clear oral communication and interpersonal skills are required



Pay Rate Range: $30-$49/hr. Salary will be commensurate with experience 

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Planet Pharma and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. 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.