The Jackson Laboratory

The Jackson Laboratory

Cellular Biologist II

Farmington, Connecticut · Mid

Sponsorship not specified$53k-$76kDetected 75 days ago
Customer SupportFlow CytometryResearchExperimental DesignLeadershipCollaborationMentoring

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Sponsors year-round90
Entry-level history60
PERM / green-card track50
Fits your clock70

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About the role

  • The position works closely with departmental leadership and a multidisciplinary team of scientists and technical specialists.
  • collection and analysis, documentation, and contribution to reports and other written materials.
  • The role requires strong mental focus, attention to detail, and proficient technical skills.

Responsibilities

  • include, but are not limited to, project planning, experimental design, method development, execution of laboratory procedures, adaptation of protocols, data
  • Primary responsibilities are to implement and perform pluripotent stem cell assays
  • differentiation technologies of the laboratory; maintain inventory control; coordinate space, field,
  • Documentation of results; implement protocols from the literature; identify problems,

Requirements

  • Minimum Experience Required: Two (2) years
  • Degree & Specialization Requirements
  • Experience in multiple techniques such as flow cytometry, FACS sorting, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, in situ hybridization, and complex 2D and 3D cellular cultures.
  • May be required to demonstrate ability to develop and implement research protocols, shown
  • Ability to interact with all individuals in a productive, professional, and positive manner to

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's degree/Master's degree
  • Experience Preferred: Four (4) years

Skills

  • For more information, please visit www.jax.org ​​​​​​​.
  • EEO Statement:

Compensation

  • $52,712 - $76,432, pay determined by years of experience

Benefits

  • Depending on project and operational needs, the role may require a flexible schedule, including occasional evening, weekend, or holiday shifts.
  • Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.

Company info

  • 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.

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