Position Title: Research Associate III

Work Location: South San Francisco, CA

Assignment Duration: 6 months (possibility of extension)

Position Summary:

• The Viral Vector Lab in the Protein Sciences organization has an opening for a highly motivated, productive, and talented research associate to advance efforts on gene therapy modalities in a contract role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional research groups to optimize viral vector production processes, provide viral vector research materials, and develop new technologies.

• Provide viral vector core services, which include core facility management, lentiviral library production, Adeno-associated virus (AAV) production, viral vector QC and analytics.

• Independently collect, analyze, interpret and present data.

• Maintain virus inventory and registry using informatics platforms such as the Benchling or Signal system.

• Assist with viral vector technology development and its in vitro and in vivo applications.

Qualification & Experience:

• BS/MS degree in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Virology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or a related discipline with 3+ years of laboratory research experience.

• Proficient in mammalian cell culture and general molecular biology techniques such as transient plasmid transfection, PCR techniques (qPCR, RT-PCR, ddPCR and dPCR) and Western blot.

• Working experiences with lentivirus or AAV production and application, CRISPR technology for genome editing are highly desirable.

• Knowledge and/or experiences with flow cytometer operations, electronic notebook, biochemistry and protein engineering are also a plus.

• Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, analytical, highly organized, and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 48.00/hr.