Transgenic Specialist
Core
Managing and generating transgenic and cultured animal lines (including gene knockout, knock-in, and overexpression models) to support molecular and evolutionary biology research at Harvard.
Role type
Senior IC transgenic specialist (aquatic systems)
Builds
Non-model transgenic and cultured animal lines for research
Domain
Academic research / Aquatic biology / Genetic engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Aquatic animal husbandry, transgenic line generation, CRISPR/Cas9 protocols, genotyping, phenotyping, population management, functional assay design, data analysis, equipment maintenance
Preferred skills
Masters or PhD in Biology, non-experimental model animal maintenance, project management, scientific collaboration
Technologies
CRISPR/Cas9, genotyping software, animal housing systems
Responsibilities
Coordinate with researchers on transgenic project design and implementation; oversee crosses and breeding to maintain populations; conduct and validate genotyping and phenotyping protocols; maintain records and databases of transgenesis; train community researchers in line creation and maintenance; manage animal facility husbandry and equipment; lead coop interns and volunteers; assist with public education and outreach programs.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC with team lead responsibilities for interns
