Research Specialist II (Ophthalmology)
Core
Develop assays and protocols for PI approval, design experimental approaches, and perform sophisticated laboratory work to model human retinal and neurodegenerative diseases using human pluripotent stem cells and mouse models.
Role type
Senior IC research specialist (cellular and molecular biology)
Builds
Human retinal disease models (glaucoma, MS, NF1) and mouse models for drug testing
Domain
Biomedical research, ophthalmology, neurodegenerative diseases
Required skills
Cell culture (human pluripotent stem cells), Molecular cloning, DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, Gel electrophoresis, Western Blotting, Assay development and validation, Experimental design, Scientific writing, Data management and analysis, Animal handling, Tissue processing
Preferred skills
Master's degree in related field, Experience with human stem cell culture, Experience handling animal models
Technologies
CRISPR, Human pluripotent stem cells, Mouse models
Responsibilities
Conduct assigned laboratory projects, Interpret results and evaluate controls, Teach/train new technicians, Guide entry-level members on challenging assays, Contribute to protocol development and optimization, Prepare manuscripts and proposals, Process data into figures, Order equipment and supplies
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC