<p>Duties:</p> <ul> <li>Initiates and completes routine in vitro studies in an independent, efficient, and timely manner, with minimal supervision. Interprets the outcome of those experiments and proposes appropriate follow-up; troubleshoots effectively. </li><li>Assists in the design and execution of non-routine cell-based in vitro and biochemical assays; conducts exploratory experiments with minimal supervision. </li><li>Performs literature searches and extracts relevant information from literature and published protocols. </li><li>Independently operates and is responsible for lab equipment; troubleshoots effectively. </li><li>Communicates their own work effectively orally and in writing; contributes to writing protocols, procedures, and technical reports; provides input for scientific reports. </li><li>Reports and treats data with a high level of integrity and ethics. Maintains accurate and up-to-date electronic lab notebooks. </li><li>Complies with applicable regulations, performing all work in a safe and compliant manner; maintains proper records in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and policies. </li></ul> <p>Skills:</p> <ul> <li>Experience in aseptic animal tissue culture techniques and basic molecular biology techniques including nucleic acid extraction, RT-PCR, Western Blot, ELISA, transfection is required. Experimental design, execution, and interpretation in these areas will be required. </li><li>Proven problem-solving ability and eagerness to learn. Ability to evaluate new technologies and assist in incorporating them into our research. </li><li>Written and verbal communication skills: concise and accurate reporting of technical data and information </li><li>Proficiency with computers and data analysis software such as Microsoft Excel and GraphPad Prism. </li><li>Ability and willingness to work effectively in a highly collaborative environment. </li></ul> <p>Required Skills:</p> <ul> <li>Aseptic Animal Tissue Culture Techniques </li><li>Basic Molecular Biology Techniques </li></ul> <p>Education: Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree with 3+ years experience in related scientific discipline; pharmaceutical, biotechnology or CRO experience is highly desirable; non-PhD applicant required.</p>