Associate Scientist

at Christiana Care Health System in Newark, Delaware, United States

Job Details
ChristianaCare's Gene Editing Institute is looking for a dedicated and highly motivated Associate Scientist, who will integrate into the translational team and will be expected to utilize molecular biology and cellular techniques to contribute and collaborate with the cross-functional team of cell and molecular biologists.

The Associate Scientist will participate in supportive laboratory work under the guidance of a Principal Investigator. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting execution of gene editing projects and molecular/cellular analyses to develop gene therapeutic drugs.Principal duties and responsibilities:

Perform PCR reactions

Running gel electrophoresis

RNA/DNA/Protein isolation, purification, and quantification

Perform Sanger sequencing

Perform mammalian and primary cell culture

Close communication with team members and supervisors

Maintenance of a highly organized, technical, and detailed laboratory notebook

Perform relevant literature searches

Perform assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices; report to Group leader, in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and visitors.

Performs other related duties as required/assigned.Qualifications:

Associate's degree in biological sciences or related field with 0 - 2 years of work experience in a biotechnology or academic research setting, required. Bachelor's degree in biological sciences or related field preferred.

Must have a background in biology, including hands-on experience with performing routine molecular and biochemical assays, conducting individual research projects.

Previous experience working with protein expression/purification, DNA sequencing (Sanger sequencing) and gene editing is a plus, but not mandatory.

Experience with basic biological techniques, required.

When you become an employee at ChristianaCare, you are joining a robust healthcare organization that truly cares about their patients and their caregivers. For the second consecutive year, Forbes magazine has ranked ChristianaCare as one of the best large health systems to work for in the United States! Guided by excellence and love, our Caregivers enjoy a multitude of employee benefits that include:

Full Medical, Dental, Vision and other insurance benefits

403 (b) with an employer match

Diverse and Inclusive culture

Generous paid time off with annual roll-over and opportunities to cash out

12 week paid parental leave

Incredible Work/Life benefits including annual membership to care.com, access to backup care services for dependents through , retirement planning services, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets and much moreAbout Christiana Care:
ChristianaCare, headquartered in Wilmington, DE employs over 13,000 caregivers with three acute care hospitals (1,336 beds), extensive network of primary care and outpatient specialty services, home health care, urgent care centers and free-standing emergency department. We have locations in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Our Christiana campus offers a Level I trauma center, Level III neonatal intensive care unit, comprehensive stroke center and regional centers of excellence in heart and vascular care, cancer care and women's health. ChristianaCare is ranked by Healthgrades as one of America's 50 Best Hospitals and continually ranked among the nation's best by U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, and other national quality ratings. We're a nonprofit teaching health system with more than 260 residents and fellows.

Post End DateJun 6, 2024

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