Job Title: Scientist III

Location: Ridgefield, CT

Duration: 2 Years

Duties:

• Performs various functional genomics assays, such as bulk RNA-seq, single cell–seq on tissue, cell or nuclei suspensions. Develop/perform PCR-based assays such as qPCR, qRT-PCR;
• Operate and maintain lab equipment; initiate and complete routine procedures in an independent and efficient manner; troubleshoot effectively and solve scientific problems;
• Maintain lab supplies;
• Apply basic scientific principles;
• Effectively communicate and defend own work both orally and in writing;
• Author protocols and procedures with minimal supervision;
• Report and treat data with a high level of integrity and ethics; author/contribute to protocols, procedures, and technical reports; make scientific presentations internally and externally;
• Comply with applicable regulations; perform all work in a safe manner; maintain proper records in accordance with SOPs and policies

Skills:

• Solid understanding of next-generation sequencing (NGS) and functional genomics
• Demonstrate mastery of molecular biology methods;
• Demonstrated expertise in developing one or more of the following: in vitro cell-based assays, PCR-based assays;
• Proficient in cell culture;
• Ability to operate laboratory equipment independently;
• Experience in automation and software programing is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience working in a multi-disciplinary and collaborative environment;
• Ability to troubleshoot 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 3+ years of experience in molecular, cell biology, or related scientific discipline.

Required Skills:

• Sequencing
• Genomics
• Molecular Biology
• QPCR
• PCR

Additional Skills:

• RNA
• ADME
• Cell Culture