EditCo Bio ยท 3 weeks ago
Cell Engineer Associate/Specialist
Redwood City, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$65K/yr - $72K/yrEditCo Bio is enabling genome engineering at scale with a blend of scientific instrumentation, industrial automation, and data science. They are searching for Cell Engineers to join their Engineered Cells Operations team to help enable scientific development and discovery, focusing on engineering cells using CRISPR-Cas9 and performing various laboratory tasks.
BiotechnologyGeneticsLife Science
No H1B
Responsibilities
Engineer immortalized and/or hiPSC cells using CRISPR-Cas9, generating a pool or clonal populations
Perform daily cell culture tasks including feeds, expands, and cryopreservation
Operate laboratory automation (liquid handling systems, clonal expansion systems, automated workcells)
Perform daily operational checks, calibrations, and maintenance as required
Extract genomic DNA, perform PCR, and review sequencing data to determine next steps in the operations process
Receive and prepare laboratory reagents; maintain laboratory inventory, equipment, record-keeping and administrative tasks for cell line maintenance and related processes
Perform Quality Control (QC) checks and assist in shipping/shipping verification
Draft and revise manufacturing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions (WIs)
Screen cell populations and dispatch appropriate cell culture tasks
Analyze microscopy images
Participate in company meetings and present data and project plans
Work closely with cross functional teams to define user requirements for new technologies and to execute performance qualification (PQ) experiments
Qualification
Required
BS in molecular and cell biology or biology-related field
Excellent aseptic technique and understanding of contamination control
Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work cross-functionally with various personas
Team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment
U.S. work authorization required. No sponsorship available
Preferred
Experience with transfections and genetic engineering of mammalian cells
Experience working with automation and workcells
Experience with PCR and Sequencing Analysis
Experience handling immortalized mammalian cell lines, induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC), or primary cells
Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
Benefits
Generous equity at a rapid growth company
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
401k Plan
Onsite Gym
Paid parental leave
Flexible paid time off
Company
EditCo Bio
Whatever your edit, EditCo makes it easier with our XDel CRISPR technology, optimized multi-guide kits, and made-to-order edited cells.
Founded in 2024
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Paul Dabrowski
Co-Founder
Travis Maures
Chief Scientific Officer
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