Iaterion is seeking a research scientist to conduct preclinical molecular biology and animal experiments. The work is focused on selective estrogen receptor modulation for women's health conditions. Candidates should have a PhD in physiology, neuroscience, biochemistry, molecular biology, bioengineering, or a related field. A recent graduate or postdoctoral fellow is preferred. Applicants must be US citizens or have a valid work permit and live in the San Francisco Bay area.

Qualifications required for the position

· Ability to perform RNA-sequencing in cells and tissues and using software and apps to analyze and interpret differential gene expression profiles

· Ability to perform bacterial protein expression and purification and the analysis of ligand/protein interactions by fluorescence, isothermal titration calorimetry, or thermostability assays

· Ability to perform basic molecular or cellular laboratory techniques such as cell culture, real-time PCR, western blots, and immunohistochemistry

· Able to travel to the animal facility in South San Francisco to work with rodents. Capable of writing and managing animal protocols, assisting animal technicians in performing experiments, and collecting and processing tissues for protein and RNA analysis.

Other desirable skills

· Capable of operating specialized equipment present in the core facility (https://mbcbiolabs.com/equipment/) and evaluating the utility of the equipment to measure experimental outcomes.

· Capable of analyzing results, troubleshooting, and adjusting the experimental design

· Capable of developing and evaluating new assays and technologies to monitor the activity of the drugs to be tested.

· Able to serve as the laboratory biosafety officer.

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