High Throughput Biology Senior Research Associate (Cell Production)

Vertex Inc. • San Diego, CA

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Research Associate to join our Human Cell Core, contributing to the development and execution of advanced human cell models at scale. The successful candidate will work in a team setting, maintaining and expanding primary human cells at scale and operating automation-enabled cell culture platforms. Success in this position requires a high degree of reliability, attention to detail, adaptability, problem solving skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Requirements

• Experience working with laboratory instrumentation including complex troubleshooting
• Experience with techniques required to culture primary human cells and/or stem cells
• Excellent communication skills and adaptive to a time-line driven work environment
• Excellent multitasking skills, attention to detail and ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Ability and willingness to work rotating weekend shifts and holidays according to business needs
• Master’s degree in biological sciences or related field and 0-2 years’ experience in a research laboratory
• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or related field and 4+ years’ experience in a research laboratory

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively as a team to maintain and expand primary human cells at scale
• Operate state-of-the-art instrumentation and liquid handling equipment to support human cells at scale
• Participate in planning experiments and execute new ideas to scale cell models and technologies
• Recognize problems and conduct troubleshooting on a routine basis
• Conducts complex, multi-component experiments independently
• Clearly and effectively communicate information within the team and present at internal group meetings

Benefits

• This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards.
• Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements.
• At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations.
• From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level