The Jackson Laboratory

Cellular Biologist I

New York, New York

Sponsorship not specified$21k-$34kDetected 36 days ago

Cell CultureResearchExperimental DesignCommunicationPublic Speaking

About the role

The Cellular Biologist I may assist in training others within or external to their assigned work area.
For more information, please visit www.jax.org .

Primary responsibilities are to perform and implement cell cultures for different platforms.
Maintain cell cultures associated with the laboratory core's activities.
Work with the Lab Manager to assist on assay development, set up cell cultures, and support automation associated with cell screening.
implement protocols from the literature
maintain inventory control
Lead exchange of research information through demonstration and instruction.
Documentation of results; implement protocols from the literature; identify problems, troubleshoot, and analyze variations observed and reported in regular testing protocols; modify, refine, or adapt techniques and procedures; modify and/or adjust quality control measures.
Plan and monitor resources needed to operate the cell screening component of the laboratory; maintain inventory control; coordinate space, field, equipment and/or facilities; may monitor expenditures.
Self-motivated with the ability to organize time effectively, demonstrated ability to manage details, and demonstrate a pro-active attitude

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences or related discipline and 0-2 years of directly related experience in a Laboratory setting.
Cell culture skills required, with a 2D and 3D-cell cultures for the 3D HCS Demonstrated ability in development of research protocols
Demonstrated success in coordinating and/or conducting multiple, concurrent assignments or a multi-faceted project
Established understanding of good safety practices and a demonstrated history of safe conduct
Ability to develop technical documents and presentations
Demonstrated team player with professional, positive attitude and willingness to be flexible
Ability to work flexible shifts (evening/weekend/holiday)
Regular, reliable, and consistent attendance
Experience with human clinical sample handling is a plus
Experience with laboratory automation is a plus
Automation Experience preferred but not required

$20.55 - $34.41 per hour, depending upon experience
The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan and China.
Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease.
It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community.
For more information, please visit www.jax.org .

Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.
Minimum Education Required/Preferred: Bachelor's degree

Prepare and manage cell culture for cell culture assay development, cell screening service within the laboratory and with customers to meet individual project needs.

The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.
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