Principal/Sr Scientist
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Location: Morrisville, NC 27560
Description:
Join us in developing pioneering therapies that aim to transform the treatment of CKD and change patients' lives. Our technology is designed to treat diseased kidneys using a patient's own cells and may prevent or delay dialysis or transplant.
ProKidney's Bioprocess R&D, Morrisville, NC is seeking a talented, motivated and skilled cell biologist/ physiologist as Principal Scientist (on-site) for studies relating to mechanism(s) of action of a cell-based therapeutic and its potency assurance strategy. The individual will be responsible for, and bring proficiency with, performing assays using 2D and 3D cell cultures including preparation of organoids and their biochemical and functional profiling. They will design experiments, record and interpret data, maintain equipment, and assist in ordering lab supplies. The individual must be detail-oriented, have strong communication skills, be conversant with the current literature and be willing to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Independent reading and understanding of the scientific and technical literature for new assay development and troubleshooting is highly desired.
Requirements
Description
Education/Training
Master's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience or PhD in cell biology/physiology or closely related field
Evidence of peer-reviewed published experience preferred
Experience
4+ years of cell-based research experience
Skills/Abilities
ProKidney is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
ProKidney's Bioprocess R&D, Morrisville, NC is seeking a talented, motivated and skilled cell biologist/ physiologist as Principal Scientist (on-site) for studies relating to mechanism(s) of action of a cell-based therapeutic and its potency assurance strategy. The individual will be responsible for, and bring proficiency with, performing assays using 2D and 3D cell cultures including preparation of organoids and their biochemical and functional profiling. They will design experiments, record and interpret data, maintain equipment, and assist in ordering lab supplies. The individual must be detail-oriented, have strong communication skills, be conversant with the current literature and be willing to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Independent reading and understanding of the scientific and technical literature for new assay development and troubleshooting is highly desired.
- Perform tissue culture techniques to establish ex vivo kidney model systems from human samples (e.g. organoids in matrigel)
- Participate in the development of sophisticated in vitro model systems such as organoids and combination culture (assembloids)
- Utilize common molecular and cell biology skills including immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, single cell sequencing, etc., to characterize organoids
- Record all data and summarize in an organized fashion
- Work with the lab head and other members to design, develop, and execute experiments
Requirements
Description
Education/Training
Master's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience or PhD in cell biology/physiology or closely related field
Evidence of peer-reviewed published experience preferred
Experience
4+ years of cell-based research experience
Skills/Abilities
- Use aseptic cell culture techniques to cultivate and expand human or other mammalian cells
- Prepare 3-dimensional cellular constructs including organoids and assembloids
- Conduct cell function assays - cargo uptake including proteins and ions; ion exchange; tubule formation assay; organoid size and cell count
- Support mRNA synthesis efforts from cell cultures and organoids
- Fluorescent immunoantibody staining of cells and/or organoids
- Image capture and analysis
ProKidney is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.