Job Description Summary
STEMCELL Technologies Inc. is a privately-owned biotechnology company based in Vancouver that helps power leading-edge life science research around the world. Scientists performing stem cell, immunology, cancer, regenerative medicine and cellular therapy research are among those who rely on our cell culture media, cell separation products, instruments, ancillary reagents and contract assay services. We create novel, useful, standardized products of unfailing quality and deliver them to more than 70 countries via our many regional offices plus distribution centres in Vancouver, Seattle, Grenoble and Singapore. Driven by our love of science and our passion for quality, we see ourselves simply as “Scientists Helping Scientists” – standing by our customers to provide outstanding products, technical support and training. We have over 1000 science-oriented employees globally, including 250 PhDs/MScs, with most others holding a BSc or engineering degree. STEMCELL is proud to be the largest Biotechnology employer in Canada.
Currently, we have an opening for a Research Technologist position in our Cambridge facility. This position will be responsible for testing and analysis of media, surface materials, and substrates that support human pluripotent stem cell and organoid cultures. This work will include the development of new products, testing and improvement of existing products and evaluation of competing products. The Research Technologist will be responsible for product documentation, data analysis and reporting, troubleshooting experiments, literature reviews and some experimental design including controls and alternative read-outs. They will be responsible for maintaining written records of laboratory procedures, experimental results and all lab work according to company standards. The work schedule for the Research Technologist role will require availability to work weekends.
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for performing all experiments designed with supervisor input, including establishing novel technologies and working in new products development
Performs data analysis and calculations independently
Troubleshoots experiments identifies abnormal or unexpected trends in data
Presents data at R&D data meetings, provides conclusions and future plans
Validates new products and new product components
Performs literature reviews, discusses relevance to product design with supervisor
Provides technical support (product use, protocols) for QC and Manufacturing as needed Supports Quality initiatives
Occasional weekend work (Saturday and/or Sunday) may be required.
Qualifications:
BSc in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry or related field; Master degree is a plus
Trained in working under aseptic conditions (mammalian cell culture)
Some experience with hPSC or organoid cultures is an asset
Skilled in a wide range of laboratory techniques and analytical instrumentation
Experience in cellular and molecular biology techniques including quantitative PCR, immunocytochemistry, microscopy, immunoblotting, transfection, and flow cytometry is an asset
Works well in a team
Excellent written and communication skills
Good verbal communication both in one on one and in a group setting.
This is an opportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a science-oriented, creative and dynamic environment. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and significant career development opportunities.
STEMCELL Technologies Inc. is a privately-owned biotechnology company based in Vancouver that helps power leading-edge life science research around the world. Scientists performing stem cell, immunology, cancer, regenerative medicine and cellular therapy research are among those who rely on our cell culture media, cell separation products, instruments, ancillary reagents and contract assay services. We create novel, useful, standardized products of unfailing quality and deliver them to more than 70 countries via our many regional offices plus distribution centres in Vancouver, Seattle, Grenoble and Singapore. Driven by our love of science and our passion for quality, we see ourselves simply as “Scientists Helping Scientists” – standing by our customers to provide outstanding products, technical support and training. We have over 1000 science-oriented employees globally, including 250 PhDs/MScs, with most others holding a BSc or engineering degree. STEMCELL is proud to be the largest Biotechnology employer in Canada.
This is an opportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a science-oriented, creative and dynamic environment. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and significant career development opportunities.
To apply: https://jobs.stemcell.com/job/cambridge/senior-research-technologist/817...
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