Sr. Associate Scientist, Neuromuscular Research
About The Position
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Associate Scientist to join our dynamic neuromuscular research group. You will be instrumental in advancing research programs focused on muscle disorders. This role involves contributing to the design and execution of experiments, ensuring the delivery of high-quality data and analyses. You will independently troubleshoot technical details and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the progression of projects. As part of a collaborative team, your work will have a direct impact on understanding and potentially treating muscle disorders, fitting seamlessly into the broader mission of our organization to innovate and improve patient outcomes.
Requirements
- B.S. with 2+ years or M.S. with 0-2+ years of relevant academic or industry experience.
- Degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field.
- Demonstrated hands-on experience with techniques such as: Cell culture and Molecular Biology (primary muscle cell culture, RNA/DNA extraction, RT-qPCR).
- Protein analysis (Western blot, ELISA/MSD).
- Tissue culture and cell-based assays (transfection/transduction, immunofluorescence).
- Rodent handling and tissue collection methods.
- Ability to run statistical analyses using GraphPad Prism or similar data analysis software.
Nice To Haves
- Strong scientific background in muscle biology and/or genetics of muscle disorders such as DMD and DM1.
- Direct experience working with primary or immortalized myoblasts, myotubes, and/or 3D myobundles.
- Familiarity with in vitro and/or in vivo assays relevant to muscle physiology.
Responsibilities
- Perform hands-on laboratory work, including molecular biology, biochemical assays, cell culture, and animal studies.
- Independently troubleshoot experiments and optimize protocols.
- Generate, analyze, and interpret data using appropriate statistical and analytical tools in a timely manner, while maintaining accurate and detailed experimental records (ELN).
- Present data clearly and concisely in team meetings and other cross-functional forums.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to facilitate research progress.
- Contribute to study design and experimental planning, researching new in vitro and in vivo models in disease areas of interest.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
- Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
- Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
- A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
- Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
- 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
- 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
- Employee Resource Groups participation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
