Research Associate
Join the Cellsonics Team
Cellsonics is a pioneer in the application of ultrasonic energy technology for single cell research. Our SimpleFlowTM system provides unique advantages in the preparation of biological samples for single cell isolation and analysis. We have reengineered single cell sample preparation to rapidly dissociate viable, heterogeneous cell populations from solid tissue without changing their transcriptome signature from the natural state of the tissue. Using patented Bulk Lateral Ultrasonic (BLUTM) energy, Cellsonics’ hands-free SimpleFlow system automatically delivers viable cells in suspension in 10 minutes or less without the use of enzymes – that’s right, no enzymes or incubation to impair cell surface markers or compromise the transcriptomic integrity of cells. Cellsonics is an early-stage commercial company based in the Silicon Valley that has developed and is launching the SimpleFlow System to enable single cell research labs to obtain viable, heterogeneous cell populations without compromising the valuable data in each sample. We are looking for like minded team members that are interested in helping scientists make their next discovery by providing them cells that have been dissociated enzyme free.
Position Summary
Cellsonics is seeking a dedicated and talented full-time R&D Research Associate to join the team. Candidates should send a resume with their background and experience in the Biological/Life sciences.
The R&D Research Associate will be part of the team developing new tissue dissociation protocols and demonstrating the advantages of the SimpleFlow platform in single cell sample preparation and downstream data analysis including scRNA sequencing and flow cytometry.
The successful candidate will work well independently and as part of a high performing cross functional team focused on the successful commercialization of the SimpleFlow platform in the high growth single cell research market.
The position will report to the lead Senior R&D Scientist and must have the experience and maturity to deliver on commitments and timelines.
This is a great opportunity for learning and growth in a fast-growing biotech company.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform individual experiments as directed and collaborate with other RAs
- Develop and optimize protocols for the dissociation of various tissue types isolated from animal models
- Prepare and analyze single cell suspensions post dissociation in downstream processes including cell culture, fluorescence-activated cell sorting (FACS), and single cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq)
- Assist with the management and organization of lab facilities
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelors degree in a life science field with at least one year of industry experience required. Masters degree and strong immunology and/or cancer-related research experience is preferred.
- Eagerness to learn new skills and concepts quickly
- Comfortable and experienced in working with animal tissues
- Demonstrated experience in Mammalian cell culture techniques, cryopreservation, and cell counting
- Experience in tumor biology, flow cytometry (panel design, immune-staining and analyses), and scRNA-seq is a plus
- Good organization, planning, and critical thinking with an excellent attention to detail, strong documentation skills, and ability to communicate effectively (both written and verbal) are desirable
- Comfortable working both individually and as a team member
Job Type: Regular, full-time
Work Location: On-site