Research Associate, Preclinical Development

Krystal Biotech • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

The Product Development Team is seeking a highly motivated and innovative Research Associate / Senior Research Associate to join our multidisciplinary R&D team. The candidate will provide technical and scientific support in the development and testing of HSV-based gene therapy products and will participate in the design, development, and execution of experiments. To be successful, the candidate should demonstrate proficiency in fundamental molecular biology techniques and mammalian cell culture, show curiosity, initiative, and the ability to work well in a timeline-driven environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (or Master's Degree) in life sciences with relevant laboratory experience
• Demonstrated experience with cloning, qPCR, aseptic cell culture techniques, virus production, ELISA, Western Blotting, and Immunostaining
• In depth understanding in one or more of the following areas is required: gene therapy, cell biology, molecular biology, immunology, and/or virology
• High capability of multitasking in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Industry experience a plus
• Hands-on experience working with rodent models a plus
• Experience with analytical method development and/or validation a plus

Responsibilities

• Design and execute studies to address fundamental question about our HSV-based gene therapy product candidates
• Adhere to scientifically-sound practices for experiment documentation, statistically driven data analysis, and interpretation of results
• Ensure that all safety guidelines are always followed strictly and maintain a clean and orderly environment
• Read the literature, find creative opportunities, and suggest alternative approaches to troubleshoot technical issues and plan next steps to meet deliverables.
• Write documents such as standard operating procedures, technical memos, and reports
• Interact with cross-functional teams and effectively communicate scientific results
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees