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Job description
Overview
Research Associate, Molecular and Cell Biology – Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Network. The ROLE supports the CELLxSTATE Program, which builds high-throughput, multi-modal cell biology technologies including high-content imaging, genome engineering, and data science. The Intracellular Architecture team at CZ Biohub San Francisco works to map the molecular architecture of human cells and how it changes in disease, using genome engineering, fluorescence microscopy, proteomics, robotics, software, and data science. Our work is open-source and shared with the broader community (as demonstrated by projects such as OpenCell).
Responsibilities
Perform cell engineering using the CRISPR-Cas9 system or recombinase system.
Apply basic molecular biology techniques such as PCR, plasmid cloning, and DNA/RNA preparation to support cell engineering and molecular assays.
Execute live-cell and fixed-cell imaging experiments, with a focus on high-content imaging to generate large-scale, quantitative datasets.
Manipulate cellular function using chemical and CRISPR-based perturbations.
Analyze experimental data using Python, ImageJ, and Napari.
Contribute to publications through data generation, figure preparation, and methods documentation, with authorship opportunities.
Qualifications
B.Sc. in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Bioengineering or a related discipline
At least 1 year of cell biology experience in an academic or industrial research laboratory setting
At least 1 year of tissue culture experience
At least 1 year of microscopy experience
Strong attention to detail in maintaining lab notebooks
Passion for research and learning new techniques
Enthusiasm for collaboration and open science and a team-oriented mindset
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Compensation and Benefits
Base pay range for a new hire in San Francisco, CA: $71,000.00 – $98,000.00. Actual placement depends on skills and experience.
Benefits vary by location and role.
Equal Opportunity
Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Network is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
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Worksite address
san francisco, CA, 94199, US
Who can apply
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