Staff Research Associate I - Pediatrics

Under supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Lab Manager, and the Senior Postdoctoral Scholars, the Staff Research Associate 1 (SRA 1) will conduct experiments investigating the design of cellular therapeutic manufacturing platforms that leverage nanotechnology-enabled methods for biomolecular nanoparticle-based packaging and intracellular delivery. The SRA 1 will be empowered to lead efforts aimed at tailoring lipid nanoparticle structures with targeting functionalities using click chemistry approaches and conduct their work independently. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: nanoparticle synthesis and characterization, tissue culture, molecular biology analyses such as flow cytometry, Western blot, gel electrophoresis, PCR, immunohistochemistry, confocal microscopy, electron microscopy, etc. In addition, the SRA 1 will assist laboratory personnel with experiments as needed, provide for maintenance of equipment related to nanoparticle preparation and microfluidic device prototyping.

Please note that this is a full-time 18 month limited position
and may convert to career.

Salary Range: $26.52 - $31.63/Hourly