Scientist II

Description

Functional Immunology and Innovative Technologies FIIT at the Research Center MA is seeking a highly motivated and experienced scientist with cell and molecular biology laboratory experience to join the CRISPR Center of Excellence working collaboratively with FIIT teams to advance the immunology pipeline. This position requires passion attention to detail prior hands-on experience and teamwork.

Responsibilities:

- Independently performs cellular and molecular biology laboratory procedures including immune cell culture cellular functional assays lentivirus generation transfection electroporation and single cell cloning nucleic acid and protein extraction isolation and purification DNA sequencing PCR qRT-PCR Western blot

- Support small molecule and biologics drug development

- Support target biology validation using genetic tools including gene overexpression via ORF CRISPR-based technologies RNAi mutagenesis validation of genetic manipulations.

- Maintain accurate laboratory records and data.

- Maintain expert proficiency in laboratory techniques and passionately learn additional workflows in support of new projects and adjacent teams

Qualifications - Internal

Qualifications:

Basic:

- Bachelors or masters degree in molecular biology immunology or other biological sciences with 2 years MS or 3Bs hands-on experience

- Skillful in cellular and molecular biology techniques such as mammalian cell culture lentivirus production PCR and gel electrophoresis experience in genomic DNA isolation and validation of genomic edits

- Experience with a wide range of cell-based assays

- Solid understanding of genetic tools such as CRISPR and RNAi-based technologies

- Prior industry experience

- Good communication both speech and writing to a variety of audiences

- Ability to collaborate with peers and their teams

Preferred Experience:

- Experience with functional CRISPR screening

- Experience in small molecule drug development and screening

- Hands-on experience with immunoassays including cell culture FACS ELISA WB is preferred

- Bioinformatics experience is a plus

Key Competencies:

- Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of the team to enable high performance

- Learns fast grasps the essence and can change course quickly where indicated

- Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo

- Creates a learning environment open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement

- Embraces the ideas of others and nurtures innovation to make possibilities real

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cambridge,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 29, 2025.

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