Description:

• The gRED Cell Therapy Department at Genentech is seeking a self-motivated and intellectually curious Research Associate to join our growing team.
• The ideal candidate is a skilled lab-based stem cell biologist who is driven to contribute to a rigorous scientific and collaborative environment.
• The successful candidate will be integral to setting up the Cell Therapy laboratory and make impactful contributions towards meeting the department’s goals.
• This is a two-year position with the possibility of extension.
• Final title will be contingent on years of experience upon offer.

Responsibilities:

• Execute protocols to maintain and differentiate induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs).
• Perform analytical workflows encompassing but not limited to gene-based assays and cell-based assays.
• Data acquisition, analysis, interpretation, and communication of findings in internal scientific meetings.
• Coordination of equipment on-boarding and maintenance.
• Maintain compliance with lab safety, training, and documentation.
• Occasional weekend work and lifting ~25lbs .

Requirements:

• BS/MS in Stem Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or a related discipline.
• Strong background in sterile aseptic mammalian cell culture techniques and experience.
• working with human iPSCs.
• Technical expertise in at least two of the following areas: cell based functional assays, image acquisition/analysis, molecular assays (NGS, RT-PCR, dd-PCR), flow cytometry.
• Proven ability to multitask, collaborate and communicate effectively.

Other Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with stem cell differentiation and quality control of differentiated cell types.
• Prior industry work experience.
• Experience using software for flow cytometry analysis, electronic lab notebook and data visualization. Some examples include: FlowJo, Benchling, Spotfire, GraphPad Prism, Geneious, Snapgene etc.

Pay Rate & Benefits:

• Hourly Pay Rate Range (dependent on location, experience, expectation)
• The pay range that Magnit reasonably expects to pay for this position is: $40.18 - $53.57/hour on W2.
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K (provided minimum eligibility hours are met)