Senior Research Scientist
Unreal Gigs
New York, new york
Job Details
Full-time
Full Job Description
About The Role
Join our team as a Senior Molecular Biologist where you'll collaborate directly with our Chief Scientific Officer and Director of Biology to drive forward our strategic initiatives. In this role, you'll leverage cutting-edge molecular biology techniques to investigate drug resistance mechanisms, playing a pivotal role in shaping the scientific direction of our company.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities Will Include
- Spearheading innovative CRISPR-based chemogenetic screens to uncover drug response and resistance mechanisms.
- Engineering cell lines to express novel proteins and conducting proteomic assays.
- Conducting affinity purification assays and overseeing off-site proteomic analysis.
- Designing unique in situ reporter assays to evaluate cellular responses to perturbagens.
- Collaborating with computational team members to analyze and model experimental data.
- Developing and implementing experimental strategies to understand cellular evolution under anti-cancer treatments.
- Managing vendors and external contractors to ensure project goals are met.
- Presenting research findings at top conferences and in leading journals.
Desired Qualifications
- A PhD in genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, or related field.
- Experience with end-to-end CRISPR screening protocols and cell engineering techniques.
- Strong background in designing and executing independent research experiments.
- Passion for innovative and rigorous scientific inquiry.
- Familiarity with protein-protein interaction mapping techniques is a plus.
- Previous experience with in vivo animal work and flow cytometry is advantageous.
- Ability to work in our New York City lab facilities.
Benefits
- Competitive salary range: $110,000 - $140,000.
- Equity participation: 0.3% - 0.6%.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Commuting benefits for New York City employees.
- Unlimited PTO days and Paid Family Leave.
- Exciting growth opportunities within our fast-paced environment.
- Convenient office location in the heart of New York City's biotech community.
- Collaborative and enthusiastic team dedicated to solving complex scientific challenges.