we deliver innovative scientific solutions to overcome challenges in the development of cell, gene, and virus therapies. Our multi-disciplinary team works together to positively impact the lives of cancer patients. We are looking for a dynamic and self-motivated scientist skilled in virology and molecular cloning to join us today. Together, we will define and deliver tomorrow's medicines!
Started in 2012 with the mission of providing best in class reporter gene technologies and oncolytic virotherapies. As we have grown, our mission has become to deliver innovative scientific solutions to overcome challenges in the development of cell, gene, and virus therapies. The team is comprised of PhD, MSc and BSc level scientists who are passionate about providing best-in-class cell, gene, and virus therapies. Our core company values are:
* Drive discovery in cancer therapy
* Make big ideas a reality
* Achieve excellence together
Embrace scientific integrity
Our facilities are located in the Rochester Technology Campus in Rochester Minnesota, home of the world-renowned Mayo Clinic.
Key Responsibilities
* This is an entry level position which requires execution of experiments under supervision, with an opportunity to grow as an independent scientist.
* Maintain mammalian cell lines in culture and isolate primary cells from whole blood and other tissues.
* Perform transfection and infection of cell culture with different viral and non-viral vectors.
* Perform ELISA and cell-based assays.
* Perform basic cloning, plasmid, RNA and gDNA isolation.
* Collaborate with other team members to advance cross-functional scientific projects and standardize adoption of new scientific techniques.
Following an onboarding period, the candidate will perform experimental research under supervision and in close collaboration with the rest of the scientific team.
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.