Position Title: Scientist II
Work Location: South San Francisco, CA, 94080 
Assignment Duration: 6 Months
Work Arrangement: Fully onsite

Position Summary:
Join our cutting-edge research team as a vital member of our Viral Vector Core. In this role, you will drive the production, analytics, and development of next-generation viral vectors. This is an exciting opportunity for a collaborative, detail-oriented researcher to support our gene therapy pipeline, contribute to innovative therapeutic modalities and facilitate our research community in applying viral vectors as powerful research tools.

Background & Context:
Support The Organization's gene therapy pipeline through viral vector services.

Key Responsibilities:
• Core Viral Production & Analytics: Deliver high-quality viral vector core services, including the end-to-end production of lentiviral libraries and Adeno-associated virus (AAV), as well as robust downstream viral vector analytics.
• Data & Inventory Management: Maintain a meticulously organized virus inventory and registry utilizing our digital informatics platforms to ensure data integrity and traceability.
• Next-Gen Modality Engineering: Assist with the engineering, production, and technology development of novel viral vectors and emerging viral-based modalities.
• Application of Viral Vector and CRISPR technologies: Actively participate in the advanced in vitro and in vivo genome engineering using CRISPR/Cas9 systems.

Qualification & Experience:
• Proficient in mammalian cell culture and general molecular biology techniques such as transient plasmid transfection, PCR, qPCR, ddPCR, dPCR and Western blot.
• Working experiences with lentivirus or AAV production and application, CRISPR technology for genome editing are highly desirable.
• Experience with flow cytometer operations, electronic notebook and proficiency in data analysis and computational programming are also strong plus.
• Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, analytical, highly organized, and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• MS or PhD degree in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Virology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Genetics, or a related discipline with 3+ years of laboratory research experience.
• Years of experience: 5 to 10 years.

 
 
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 $63.00/hr - $65.18/hr.