Scientific - Research Associate-Scientific
Job in
San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92189, USA
Listing for:
TechDigital Group
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-03
Job specializations:
-
Research/Development
Research Scientist, Clinical Research
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Oncology Discovery team at the Oncogenesis Thematic Research Center is seeking a Research Associate to support our drug discovery and characterization efforts. An early-career level position. Familiarity with core industry and lab practices and standards. Solves routine problems of limited scope and complexity. The qualified candidate will leverage various CRISPR/Cas9 technologies to enable genetic screens to support early and late-stage drug mechanism of action studies.
They will assist senior team members in performing the totality of the screening process, including cell line generation, cell treatment experiments, NGS library preparation, and target validation. Common skills and techniques used will include mammalian cell culture, DNA/protein isolation, PCR, and western blot.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills and will be capable of working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment. 1-3 years wet lab research experience required; post-undergraduate lab experience desired; no PhD candidates.
This position is in San Diego, CA, 100% on-site, lab-based role.
Required Competencies:Essential Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline (no PhD candidates)1-3 years of wet lab research experience and basic knowledge of cancer biologyExperience in mammalian cell culture and cell-based assaysBasic molecular biology skills, including PCR and western blotting, highly preferredAbility to multi-task and prioritize time management of daily activities to deliver timely resultsExcellent organizational skills and record-keepingExcellent oral and written communication skills, proficiency in Excel and Power Point Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Design research protocols in collaboration with senior researchersExecute existing cellular and molecular biology protocols in the laboratoryMaintain cancer cell lines and establish new stable lines via lentiviral transductionPerform genetic targeting using CRISPR/Cas9 technology for cell line characterization and screening, including studies performed on a genome-wide scaleConduct routine molecular and cellular experiments including gDNA and RNA isolation, PCR, cloning, western blot analysis, flow cytometry, and microplate cell proliferation assaysIdentify experimental issues, troubleshoot, and recommend a corrective course of actionRecord data in electronic notebook in accordance to company policyCommunicate results in written and oral presentations#J-18808-Ljbffr
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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