Research Associate/Genome Editing

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the planning and execution of laboratory experiments for ongoing research projects.
• Culture, maintain, and monitor established cell lines (e.g., HEK293, CHO, RTG-2, CHSE-214) under sterile conditions.
• Isolate, expand, and maintain primary cell lines derived from fish tissues.
• Conduct cell culture experiments with minimal supervision, including electroporation, transfection, and transduction of various cell lines.
• Assist in the design and execution of cell-based assays, including cell viability, proliferation, and immunofluorescence assays.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of experiments, including laboratory notebooks and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring compliance with protocols and regulatory standards.

Requirements

Desired Skills, Experience, and Competencies:

• Strong familiarity with laboratory techniques such as PCR, qRT-PCR, gel electrophoresis, ELISA, molecular cloning, and microscopy.
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to the evolving needs of a dynamic research environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team, including scientists, technicians, and other team members.
• Excellent attention to detail, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of accuracy in experimental procedures and record-keeping.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other general computer skills.
• Experience with the derivation of primary cell lines and iPSC reprogramming is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of genome editing techniques (e.g., CRISPR/Cas9) in vitro or in vivo is a plus, though not required.
• Knowledge of the aquaculture industry is not required.

Contact Information

To apply: https://aquatechcenter.com/careers/

https://aquatechcenter.bamboohr.com/careers/57

Applications are accepted until the position is filled. Only applicants who are currently legally allowed to work in the United States will be considered for this role.