Associate Research Scientist | Functional Genomics

Associate Research Scientist | Functional Genomics

JAX/NYSCF is seeking an Associate Research Scientist to join the Functional Genomics team as part of the NYSCF Global Stem Cell Array, a robotic system that automates both iPSC derivation, gene editing, and downstream differentiations.

The Associate Research Scientist will contribute to an innovative project centered on phenotyping cardiomyocytes derived from genetically diverse human induced pluripotent stem cell (hiPSC) lines. This work aims to uncover the genetic basis of cardiotoxic responses and to advance predictive models of cardiovascular health through high-throughput functional screening, transcriptomics, and metabolomics.

The project is highly collaborative, involving multidisciplinary teams across several institutions. The primary focus of the work you'll do at JAX/NYSCF is developing automated protocols for the derivation/culture of iPSC-derived cardiomyocytes, drug testing, and sample preparation for downstream analyses, including imaging and single-cell sequencing.

We want candidates with extensive expertise in human pluripotent stem cell culture, directed differentiation into cardiomyocytes, and functional assays.

Experience with cell culture automation (including liquid handling systems) or high-throughput assays is a major plus.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work with state-of-the-art screening technologies and automated platforms while contributing to impactful translational research in cardiac safety pharmacology and personalized medicine.

As a Associate Research Scientist on the Functional Genomics team, you will:

* Design, optimize, and execute experiments to advance a high-throughput iPSC-derived cardiomyocyte platform

* Culture and expand iPSCs, generate iPSC-derived cardiomyocytes, and assess cardiomyocyte quality using automated liquid handling systems

* Apply strong scientific knowledge and analytical skills to monitor, troubleshoot, and refine experimental workflows in real time.

* Independently conduct literature reviews to identify and propose innovative experimental methods, procedures, or technologies

* Contribute to project planning by preparing budgets, timelines, and resource estimates for supplies and equipment

* Lead multiple, concurrent project components, ensuring progress toward research goals

* Evaluate and document results, adapt methodologies as needed, and maintain compliance with regulatory standards

* Communicate research goals and findings effectively, guiding team members and informing collaborators on past and future directions

* Coordinate with external partners to explore new research opportunities

Foster a collaborative environment by sharing expertise and demonstrating openness to learning from others

Minimal requirements

* PhD +3 years of work experience in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related discipline.

* Experience with induced pluripotent stem cells or cardiomyocytes/ iPSC-derived cardiomyocytes.

* Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain research findings and methodologies in both written and verbal formats, as well as effectively discuss, troubleshoot, and resolve experimental challenges with team members and collaborators.

* Ability to follow and adapt protocols accurately.

* Excellent documentation and data management practices.

Preferred experience:

* Experience in differentiation of iPSC culture in cardiovascular lineages.

* Exposure to automated cell culture systems (liquid handlers)

* Electrophysiology experience is a plus

* Flow cytometry

Please submit a Cover Letter and CV for application consideration.

Pay Range: $65018 - $108857 per year, dependent upon experience.

About JAX:

The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.

Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community.

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