Research Associate

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Viscient Bio is seeking a skilled Research Associate to assist with cell assay development and interrogation of disease biology to support target identification and drug discovery.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the development and optimization of 3D primary cell-based assays

• Conduct critical biomarker and proliferation assays (ELISA, qPCR)

• Maintain detailed experimental records via ELN entries

• Present and explain data results and conclusions at team meetings

• Interact with CROs to assist with oversight of external studies

• Prepare and solubilize compounds for testing

• Develop or apply expertise in primary cell culture, bioprinting and spheroid culture
   

SKILL AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Cell culture experience required (experience with primary cells, co-culture systems and/or 3D cell culture models preferred)

• Hands-on experience with a broad range of gene and protein expression techniques desired (ELISA/MSD, qRT-PCR, NGS, IHC)

• Experience with high-throughput screening assays and automation is a plus

• Ability to independently execute experiments and perform data analysis (excel, prism etc.)

• Strong organizational and documenting skills with keen attention to detail
   

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

BA/BS in biological sciences with 2+ years of cell biology experience - biotech/pharma industry experience preferred