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Scientist II (Cell Therapy / Genome Engineering)

Dawar Consulting

  • South San Francisco, California
  • 9 days ago
  • $60–$65 Per Hour

Highlights

Skills in: DNA/RNA/protein extraction, molecular cloning, PCR/RT‑PCR/ddPCR, FACS, CRISPR editing, siRNA/shRNA, SDS‑PAGE, immunoblotting, cell‑based assays, NGS, viral vector work. Key Responsibilities Engineer mammalian cells (cancer cell lines, iPSCs, primary cells) using lentiviral/piggyBac systems and CRISPR gene editing.

Numbers & Facts

LocationSouth San Francisco, California
Salary$60–$65 Per Hour

Description

Our client, a world leader in biotechnology and life sciences, is seeking a "Scientist II (Cell Therapy / Genome Engineering)".
Location: South SanFrancisco, CA
Duration: Long-Term Contract (Possibility Of Further Extension)
Pay Rate: $60-$65/hr on W2
Company Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Sick Leave, 401K
Job Summary
In this role, you will be supporting genome engineering and synthetic biology initiatives. This role contributes to cell therapy development and disease‑modeling programs. The successful candidate will support the needs of the Advanced Cell Engineering Hub, particularly in the engineering and profiling of cells for cell therapy development and disease modeling.
Key Responsibilities
  • Engineer mammalian cells (cancer cell lines, iPSCs, primary cells) using lentiviral/piggyBac systems and CRISPR gene editing
  • Optimize transfection and gene‑editing workflows
  • Troubleshoot and refine cell engineering protocols
  • Characterize engineered cells using molecular and genomic assays
  • Maintain, monitor, and quality‑check cell lines in culture
Required Qualifications
  • BS/MS + 5 years industry experience or PhD in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Genetics, or related field
  • Strong hands‑on mammalian cell culture experience
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with primary T cells and iPSCs
  • Skills in: DNA/RNA/protein extraction, molecular cloning, PCR/RT‑PCR/ddPCR, FACS, CRISPR editing, siRNA/shRNA, SDS‑PAGE, immunoblotting, cell‑based assays, NGS, viral vector work
  • Familiarity with analysis tools such as Benchling, SnapGene, FlowJo, GraphPad Prism
If interested, please share your updated resume at

hr@dawarconsulting.com

/

lakshmi@dawarconsulting.com

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