Description:

• Expertise in mammalian tissue culture and cell-based assays to evaluate viability, protein levels (western blot/ELISA/MSD), gene expression analysis (qRT-PCR/Nanostring) and other functional/molecular biology assays • Experience in genetic knockdown methods (RNAi/CRISPR), transfection and lentiviral transduction • Expertise in fluorescent based assays ( immunofluorescence microscopy, flow cytometry) is a plus • Experience in compound screening and high-throughput assay development is required • Ability to develop, optimize and troubleshoot new cell-based assays • Efficient time management and the ability to work on several projects simultaneously • Strong interpersonal skills and effectively communicate with multiple research teams • Has the ability to work independently and adapt to shifting priorities and timelines • Attention to detail, data quality and enthusiasm for integrating basic science learnings with drug discovery efforts

Skills:

Mammalian Tissue Culture, Cell Based Assays, Western Blot, ELISA, MSD, Gene Expression Analysis, qRT/PCR, transfection, Lentiviral Transduction, immunofluorescence microscopy, Flow Cytometry, High Throughput Assay Development

Top Skills Details:

Biology Assay Assay Development Molecular Biology Techniques

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• BS or MS degree in cell/molecular biology or oncology. 2-6+ years experience in industry/biotech setting or 5+ years experience in academic setting

Experience Level:

Expert Level

About Aerotek:

We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing® Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.