Research Scientist
Job Title:
Research Scientist Department/Group:
R&D Location:
Branford, CT HR Contact:
jobs@azitrainc.com
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated scientist to join our team. The successful candidate will contribute to our cutting-edge research projects focused on skin microbiome, mucosal immunology and topical drug delivery platforms. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment at the forefront of scientific innovation.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Design and execute experiments utilizing gene editing techniques such as CRISPR/Cas9
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Propose and prioritize steps for bacterial strain construction, and systematically trouble-shoot technical hurdles
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Conduct experiments using reconstituted human epithelium (RHE) and animal ex vivo skin models
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Characterize in vitro and in vivo properties of engineered bacterial strains in human skin models
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Conduct immunological and biochemical assays
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Record and present data in well-organized written and oral formats.
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Contribute to study reports and draft manuscripts
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Work effectively in a highly collaborative team environment
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
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A background in molecular biology or cell biology and experience in skin physiology and immunology
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Bacterial strain engineering, protein expression and secretion and scale up of protein production
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Familiarity with handling BSL2 bacteria, mammalian cell culture, and sterile technique.
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Experience in the development and performance of biochemical and mammalian/bacterial cell-based assays
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The ability to design, troubleshoot, validate assays, and critically analyze assay data.
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Experience in standard biology techniques such as Western blots, ELISAs, PCR, qPCR
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Familiarity in whole genome sequencing analysis and bioinformatics tool
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PhD or MS + 5 years experience in pharmaceutical research; degree focus in immunology, molecular biology, or cell biology
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Prior experience in skin immunology and/or skin physiology are highly desired. Experience working with skin commensal bacteria is a plus
HOW TO APPLY:
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Please submit your resume/CV and a cover letter to jobs@azitrainc.com