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UL Research Institutes · 5 days ago

Laboratory Cell Profiling Research Scientist III

Morrisville, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$90K/yr - $123K/yr

8+ years exp

UL Research Institutes is dedicated to advancing safety science and enhancing societal well-being. The Laboratory Cell Profiling Research Scientist III will conduct laboratory toxicology research, supporting high-throughput in vitro transcriptomics and imaging data generation while ensuring accuracy in laboratory experiments and data interpretation.

Public Safety

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Supports research initiatives by performing laboratory toxicology experiments and high-throughput screening studies aligned with CIRI’s mission

Assists in developing high-throughput in vitro assays that use high-throughput transcriptomic or high-content imaging to broadly profile biological processes and endpoints

Screens chemicals in the high-throughput in vitro assays to identify which chemicals may disrupt important biological processes and endpoints and inform threshold concentrations for bioactivity

Prepares laboratory reagents and performs cell culture for in vitro assays using primary cells and cell lines

Follow laboratory procedures, standard operating protocols, and organization safety and health requirements

Support preparation of scientific reports, presentations, and peer-reviewed publications

Perform basic maintenance of designated laboratory equipment and coordinate repairs

Monitor laboratory inventory of chemicals, cell culture supplies, and reagents to ensure supplies are readily available and in stock

Operate with minimal supervision within defined limits of responsibility and observe good laboratory practices

Assist in writing research proposals and securing funding from internal and external sources

Perform other duties as directed

Qualification

Cell cultureHigh-throughput assay developmentHigh-content imagingTranscriptomic analysisAutomated liquid handlingData analysisCommunicationAttention to detailCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, toxicology, or related field and minimum 8 years of directly related work experience

Working knowledge of cell culture, and associated techniques to enable use of a broad range of primary cells and cell lines

Proficiency in high-throughput in vitro assay development and screening using high-content imaging and transcriptomic endpoints

High attention to detail and documentation of laboratory procedures to support highly reproducible and reliable results

Demonstrated ability to maintain and grow scientific and applied knowledge and skills

Excellent communication skills required

Basic data analysis skills and ability to collaborate with a data analysis team

Ability to collaborate with peers and work directly with Research Scientists and other team members in order to complete a project from start to finish

Experience in high-throughput in vitro assay development and screening using high-content imaging and transcriptomic endpoints across multiple cell lines

Experience with automated liquid handling, acoustic dispensing, and imaging platforms

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans

Generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay

Invest an additional 4% into your retirement saving fund after your first year of continuous employment

Paid time off, including vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days

Bonus compensation

Company

UL Research Institutes

UL Research Institutes is an independent safety science organization with global reach. It is a sub-organization of Fire Safety Research Institute.

Founded in 1894

Northbrook, Illinois, USA

51-200 employees

https://ul.org

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