Position Title: Research Scientist
Work Location: San Diego, CA 92121
Assignment Duration: 18 Months
Work Arrangement: Onsite
 
Position Summary:

• The role is a highly technical and/or specialized professional position responsible for supporting several disease areas across our organization Biomedical Research (La Jolla, CA USA) providing high quality & consistent in vivo technical research support within our multi-building, multi-discipline research program.
• The role is primarily lab-based and on-site.

 
Background & Context: To conduct basic lab duties as assigned by onsite Principal Scientist II around genetically modified mouse lines.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute genotyping experiments for genetically modified mice in accordance with established protocols.
• Perform genetic characterization of newly generated and breeding mouse lines.
• Support the development, implementation, and optimization of new methods for genetic characterization.
• Ensure accurate documentation, analysis, and reporting of experimental data.
• Maintain laboratory operations, including organization, equipment upkeep, and ordering of consumables.
• Contribute to the overall success of the GEMs team by delivering high-quality in vitro and in vivo work and providing flexible support across team activities as needed.

 
Qualification & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences (e.g., Genetics, Developmental Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline) with 2-4 years of relevant hands-on laboratory experience.

Molecular Biology Expertise

• Demonstrated experience designing and optimizing PCR-based assays for accurate and unambiguous determination of mouse genotypes.
• Hands-on experience with qPCR methodologies (SYBR Green, TaqMan, and/or ddPCR); familiarity with NGS library preparation is an advantage.

Mouse Model and Genetics Knowledge

• Solid working knowledge of mouse model systems, transgene structures, and genetic strategies (e.g., inducible knockout models), as well as Mendelian genetics.
• Foundational understanding of transgenic and knockout mouse generation processes to support genetic characterization of newly generated or imported lines.

Cell Culture Experience (desired)

• Knowledge to culture, maintain and screen mammalian and mouse ES cells for downstream characterization.

Operational and Logistics Experience

• Experience with laboratory ordering processes and logistics, including procurement of consumables through e-Shop or comparable systems.

 
Additional Information:
Desirable:

• Innovation: Demonstrates a willingness to stay current with scientific and technological developments and actively challenges existing processes to achieve high?quality results.
• Quality: Shows a strong sense of responsibility and commitment to delivering high?quality outcomes, with the ability to remain focused and precise during repetitive tasks.
• Collaboration: Exhibits a proactive, professional, and respectful approach toward colleagues and collaborators. Communicates effectively building strong working relationships and demonstrates a clear understanding of the importance and impact of working in a service?oriented laboratory environment.
• Performance: Displays a high level of motivation and a strong interest in understanding the underlying science to support effective collaboration with project teams and implementation of new technologies. Works independently while maintaining flexibility and a strong team?oriented mindset.
• Courage & Integrity: Demonstrates accountability for personal actions and a sense of responsibility for contributing to the success of the unit within our organization. Addresses issues openly, constructively, and without hesitation.

 
 
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 pay range is $32.00/hr - $36.00/hr.