Position Description: Associate Scientist
Factor Bioscience is seeking an exceptional candidate to join our Translational Science team in Cambridge, MA. This position is full-time and will support the development of advanced mRNA and cell-based medicines. In this role, successful candidates will support the development of next-generation cell therapies for the treatment of a large variety of illnesses, including cancer, blood disorders, neurological conditions, and/or monogenic diseases.
Job Summary:
Successful candidates will be responsible for performing daily lab activities, including assistance with various cell line development procedures, adherence to a defined Quality Management System, proper design and execution of scientific experiments, as well as effective interpretation and communication of experimental findings. Potential candidates must be willing to learn and employ a broad range of experimental techniques. Furthermore, this position requires enthusiasm, passion, self-motivation, excellent problem-solving skills, a high level of organization, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Design, optimize, and execute mammalian cell culture procedures and experiments.
- Perform genetic manipulation of mammalian cells (via electroporation or transfection of mRNA).
- Perform molecular and biochemical techniques as well as cell-based assays.
- Analyze and interpret empirical data, while employing appropriate statistical analyses.
- Maintain accurate documentation of protocols and experiments.
- Operate under a Quality Management System (e.g., Extended Documentation Practices).
- Respond flexibly to changing priorities and deliver accurate written results in a timely fashion.
- Communicate results at internal meetings and occasionally present at external conferences.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in biological science, biomedical engineering, or related field.
- 3+ years of academic or industrial research experience.
- Proficient with mammalian cell culture, including primary cells.
- Experience with basic immunostaining and microscopy techniques.
- Proficient in basic molecular biology and biochemical analytical techniques.
- Experience maintaining a lab notebook and following written protocols.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office software: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Experience with pluripotent stem cells and cell reprograming techniques is preferred.
- Familiarity with gene editing tools and principles is a plus.
- Familiarity with nanotechnology for nucleic acid delivery is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to work in a laboratory environment with biological and chemical hazards.
- Prolonged periods sitting or standing at a lab bench or office desk.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
Factor Bioscience is an Equal Opportunity Employer.