Sr./Scientist, Genomics

Job Title: Sr./Scientist, Genomics

Job Number: 32346

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Combine expertise in molecular biology, nucleic acid chemistry, and virology techniques to help build an efficient pathway to support vector design/construction for producing virus 
• Isolate biological materials, (DNA, RNA, and protein) from tissues and cell lines as well as the cataloging and management of resources using a relational computer database.
• Work in a dynamic background team to contribute to the development of DNA copy number, RNA expression 
• Evaluate and integrate new emerging technologies in genomics
• Maintain accurate and appropriate records
• Keep current on scientific and technical literature and attend relevant scientific meetings in order to apply new technologies and/or scientific principles.
• Comply with the federal and local lab regulatory requirements

Required Skills

• Ph.D. or master’s degree in Molecular/Cell Biology, Immunology, Genetics, Genomics, Biochemistry or a related field with at least 5 years of extensive genomics experience in an academic or industry setting;
• Strong molecular biology/NGS background, must understand genomics, molecular biology, and technologies such as qPCR and next-generation sequencing
• Experience working with relevant genomic databases and browsers and their annotations
• A deep understanding of molecular biology and biochemical techniques relevant to assay development
• Candidates with substantial experience in cell culture, nucleic acid extractions, qPCR, DNA sequencing, immunoassays, or flow cytometry are preferred
• Experience in tissue culture, cell maintenance type work, as well as cell proliferation assays, is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a particular emphasis on clear documentation of experiments and studies are essential, as is a willingness to collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Working knowledge of software tools and databases for genomic interpretation and visualization.
• Excellent communication, organization, and technical writing skills.
• Maintain accurate and appropriate records, Lead in quality control management.
• Solid problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a team-oriented setting.