Scientist III

Ridgefield, CT 06877

Posted: 03/05/2026 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 626153 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description

Duties:    
  • Design, develop, and execute functional genomics assays, including CRISPR-based editing (e.g., RNP delivery, Perturb-seq), single-cell sequencing, spatial transcriptomics, and CITE-seq.
  • Provide technical guidance and training to research scientists on FGSL technologies and techniques, including assay execution, troubleshooting, and resolution of technical issues;
  • Documents and maintains detailed laboratory records in accordance with policies;
  • Operates and maintains lab equipment in collaboration with other lab members;
  • Assists acquisition of necessary supplies and equipment;
  • Defines and performs appropriate QC measures; 
  • Follows relevant scientific literature to ensure use of optimal methods and understand emerging practices across the field;
  • Demonstrates the ability to interpret the outcome of experiments, propose appropriate follow-up, and may propose new avenues of investigation;
  • Communicates own work effectively orally and in writing; contributes to writing protocols, procedures, and technical reports
  • Automate processing and results reporting and delivery;
  • Reports and treats data with a high level of integrity and ethics. 
Skills:    
  • CRISPR assays - Must have personally designed guides, performed transfections/infections, selected edited cells, and validated knockouts/knockins
  • Next-generation sequencing (NGS) - Hands-on library preparation experience (not just data analysis)
  • Single cell technologies - Personal experience with sample prep, library generation, and quality control
  • Standard molecular biology techniques - qPCR, Western blot, cloning, gel electrophoresis
  • Cell culture - Proficient in maintaining multiple cell lines, transfections, and sterile technique
  • Experience in automation is a plus;
  • Able to perform variety of FGS experimental techniques at the same time;
  • Demonstrated experience working in a multi-disciplinary and collaborative environment;
  • Ability to troubleshoot FGS experiments both individually and as part of a team.
  • Excellent oral and written skills with the ability to communicate in an open, transparent, timely and consistent manner.
Education:    
  • Master’s degree from an accredited institution with 4+ years of experience in molecular, cell biology, or related scientific discipline.





Pay Rate Range: $35-49/hr depending on experience 
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