Scientist, NGS & Cell Engineering (BHN - Chicago) at Chan Zuckerberg Biohub

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Biotechnology, GenomicsIndustries

Requirements

  • PhD (or MS + 6-8 years of research experience) in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Genomics, or a related field
  • Extensive experience (5+ years) with NGS technologies, including short- and long-read sequencing
  • Expertise in molecular and cell biology techniques, including cloning, CRISPR-based genome editing, lentiviral transduction, and synthetic biology
  • Strong troubleshooting skills in developing and optimizing complex sequencing assays
  • Ability to communicate effectively across interdisciplinary teams, including biologists, data scientists, and engineers
  • Proficiency in data analysis and workflow scripting tools using Python (preferred) or R. (Nice to have)
  • Experience expressing and characterizing T Cell Receptors via in vitro assays (co-culture, tetramer staining, etc). (Nice to have)
  • Experience with multi-omics approaches, including single-cell and spatial transcriptomics. (Nice to have)
  • Background in high throughput screening, molecular assay development, or immunology. (Nice to have)

Responsibilities

  • Develop and troubleshoot novel NGS-based assays and improve existing workflows to maximize data quality and reproducibility
  • Design and execute cell engineering experiments, including cloning, lentiviral transduction, CRISPR modification, and other synthetic biology techniques
  • Collaborate with computational scientists and AI researchers to generate, analyze, and interpret sequencing data that will drive innovative model training
  • Standardize and document protocols, ensuring reproducibility and scalability across projects
  • Perform and interpret data analysis, presenting findings in lab meetings, internal seminars, and external conferences

Skills

NGS
molecular biology
cell engineering
lentiviral transduction
CRISPR
cloning

Chan Zuckerberg Biohub

Nonprofit research center for disease understanding

About Chan Zuckerberg Biohub

The Chan Zuckerberg Biohub focuses on biomedical research and technology development. It collaborates with top universities to study the basic mechanisms of diseases and create new diagnostic tools and therapies. The Biohub combines the expertise of engineers, data scientists, and researchers to tackle complex health challenges. Unlike many research institutions, it emphasizes a collaborative approach, pooling resources and knowledge from multiple prestigious universities. The goal of the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub is to advance scientific understanding and improve health outcomes through innovative research.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, BiotechnologyIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Family Planning Benefits
Fertility Treatment Support
Childcare Support
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation

Risks

Expansion may strain resources and management capabilities.
Potential ethical concerns with AI model reliance.
Collaboration with multiple universities could lead to intellectual property disputes.

Differentiation

CZ Biohub unites top universities for collaborative biomedical research.
Focus on AI-driven models for disease detection and treatment.
Pioneering cellular endoscopes for early disease monitoring and intervention.

Upsides

Expansion into New York enhances collaboration with leading institutions.
AI initiatives align with growing trends in drug discovery and precision medicine.
Genomic training initiatives support underrepresented medical students.

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