Scientist II, Lead Development

4 weeks ago


Durham, United States Life Edit Therapeutics Full time

The Role:

Life Edit is seeking a Scientist II knowledgeable in genome editing technologies and expertise in mammalian cell culture to be part of a highly collaborative team focused on advancing Life Edit’s RNA-guided gene editing systems. The selected candidate will work on Life Edits Lead Development team to support efforts developing curative gene editing therapies. We are looking for an enthusiastic, competent, and self-motivated scientist to join our team.

 

Here’s What You’ll Do:

Evaluate and optimize Life Edit gene editing systems in mammalian cells to select optimal systems for further therapeutic development. Evaluate and troubleshoot protocols for high throughput delivery of Life Edit gene editing systems to primary cells and cell lines. Analyze and critically summarize experimental data and present results internally at various team and company meetings. Maintain meticulous records of experimental methods, tool development and protocols. Participate in other research projects according to company needs. Work with multidisciplinary teams and program managers to ensure achieving milestones on time. Follow current literature in gene therapy and genome editing and attend conferences.

Requirements:

A background in Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology or a related field Ph.D with 2+ years of experience in a related field is required. Broad expertise in mammalian cell culture including experience with multiple cell lines and primary cells, with a preference for working with primary hepatocytes. Direct experience delivering genome editing systems to mammalian cells using multiple delivery methods including electroporation, nucleofection and lipofection. Experience with modern molecular biology techniques including DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, and NGS. Flow cytometry and ELISA experience is also preferred Experienced working with cells in high throughput formats and using automated liquid handlers is preferred Experience with maintaining and organizing an ELN and relevant software including Graphpad Prism, FlowJo, Geneious and Benchling. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaborate in a team-oriented cross functional environment. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Why join Life Edit and the ElevateBio ecosystem?

Life Edit Therapeutics is an integrated subsidiary of ElevateBio, a technology-driven cell and gene therapy company that is accelerating access to the cutting-edge technologies and expertise that can change the future of medicine. Our integrated model combines multiple R&D technology platforms – including Life Edit gene editing – and cGMP manufacturing to power the discovery and development of advanced therapeutics. Our ecosystem is designed to enhance speed, delivery, and probability of success to change patient lives.

Life Edit is an integral part of ElevateBio’s ecosystem of platform technologies and is pioneering focused next-generation gene editing technologies and therapeutics. Located in Durham, NC, members of Life Edit work closely with the ElevateBio Research and Development and BaseCamp manufacturing teams in Waltham, MA. Life Edit is advancing therapeutic programs in collaboration with industry partners while building its own internal pipeline of gene editing therapies. We are looking for a unique individual who can continue to lead the cultural development of Life Edit and build on its momentum as an integral part of the ElevateBio ecosystem.

Our Mission:
To power the creation of life-transforming cell and gene therapies, at a speed the world deserves.

Our Vision:
We seek to be the world’s most indispensable cell and gene therapy technology company, redefining how companies operate, how products are created and how disease is treated.

ElevateBio is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. ElevateBio will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.



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