The Fountain Group is a national staffing firm and we are currently seeking a Biologist II for a prominent client of ours. This position is in North Chicago, IL 60064. Details for the position are as follows:
Job Description:
- $34 - $36/hour based on previous experience.
- Part of acollaborative team of geneticists, molecular and cellular biologists, and bioinformaticians.
- We are seeking a talented and independently motivated scientist with experience in mammalian cell culture, immunofluorescence, and fluorescence microscopy or high content imaging.
- This position will be primarily laboratory-focused and will support imaging assay development and execution, CRISPR and small molecule phenotypic screening, and implementation of cutting-edge technologies to assess gene function and drug mechanism of action.
- Optimize and execute in vitro functional assays with imaging-based readouts in cell lines and primary cell models
- Perform CRISPR/Cas9 functional genomics research using high content imaging assays
- Develop, implement, and document new experimental protocols/techniques
- Engage in cross-functional target identification and validation projects to support early drug discovery efforts in oncology, immunology, and neuroscience
- Collaborate with scientists across diverse areas in a matrixed research environment
- Manage multiple tasks and project activities simultaneously
- Communicate and present project designs and results clearly, both to individual stakeholders and in group settings
Qualifications:
- Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Cell Biology or related discipline with 2+ years of experience
- Highly experienced in mammalian cell culture
- Experience with immunofluorescence protocols and fluorescence microscopy or high content imaging
- Ability to independently design, execute, troubleshoot, and report on lab experiments
- Experience with immunofluorescence and fluorescence microscopy required
- Arrayed screening experience is highly desirable
- Expertise in in vitro cell culture required
- Ability to learn new skills and apply them in a fast-paced research environment is a must
- Highly developed problem-solving and communication skills required
- Preferences for experience with arrayed phenotypic screening; previous industry experience; Master’s degree or higher; CRISPR