Research Associate II, Genetic Perturbation Platform en Broad Institute

The R&D team in the Genetic Perturbation Platform at the Broad Institute (broad.io/doench) is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our group as a Research Associate II. Our group develops and pressure-tests the latest approaches in functional genomics, especially CRISPR technology, and then uses these tools to collaborate with researchers across many biological areas to discover the functions of genes and understand how gene dysfunction leads to disease.This position offers a unique opportunity to be a lead contributor to cutting-edge technology development with widespread impact across the Broad community and the world. We are committed to mentoring research associates to further their skills and have a strong history of ensuring that RAs take lead roles in publications, give presentations, attend conferences, and ultimately position themselves for the next step in their careers, whether in graduate school, medical school, industry, or through a longer tenure at the Broad.Characteristic Duties:Molecular biology techniques such as plasmid cloning, DNA purification, and PCR
Mammalian cell culture, including lentiviral transduction and flow cytometryLarge-scale genetic screens with CRISPR-Cas technologiesData analysis using Python and internal computational toolsPreparation of figures for presentations and manuscriptsRequirements:Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, genetics, or a related fieldMinimum of 2+ years of relevant laboratory experienceSelf-motivated with a demonstrated ability to creatively problem solveOutstanding organizational and time management skills with a strong attention to detailAbility to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary teamInterest in staying with the group for at least two years
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