Job Description Position Summary The Cruchaga Lab, member of the NeuroGenomics and Informatics Center, is recruiting a motivated, creative, self-driven Postdoctoral Research Associate to work on patient and isogenic control induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived neurons and downstream applications such as transcriptomics to study pathogenicity in Alzheimer disease (AD). This position assists in developing and conducting research projects, including experimental design, data analysis and documentation of experimental results.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities Preparing and maintaining iPSC cultures. Organizing, and performing iPSC- differentiation to neuronal cell lines. Working closely with the senior scientist in the wet lab on the design, conduct and reporting of research projects. Performing other wet lab experiments including DNA/RNA extraction, immunocytochemistry, ELISA, and flow cytometry. Conducting literature reviews related to research projects, designing and performing the experiments, interpreting the results, writing reports and papers. Required Qualifications PhD in cellular biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, neurobiology, neuroscience, or a related discipline. Experience with techniques in molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry. Experience with methods in cell culture and aseptic technique (iPSC culture experience is strongly required). Organized, independent, and self-motivated. Demonstrated ability to be highly productive in a fluid and collaborative work environment. Exceptional written and oral communication skills. Analytical reasoning and problem solving skills. Ability to analyze and interpret statistical data and to communicate data in a clear, concise manner. Computer literacy, including the ability to use a variety of software packages to analyze data. Preferred Qualifications Strong published scholarly work.
Working Conditions This position works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. The individual must be physically able to wear protective equipment.
Salary Range Base pay is commensurate with experience.
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