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Origami Therapeutics, Inc. · 16 hours ago

Scientist, Cell-based Assays (LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY)

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

2+ years exp

Origami Therapeutics, Inc. is a San Diego-based biotech company pioneering a groundbreaking approach to target misfolded proteins linked to neurodegenerative diseases. They are seeking a highly motivated individual to contribute to drug discovery programs, with responsibilities including developing and optimizing cell-based assays and mentoring junior scientists.

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Responsibilities

Develop, optimize and perform cell-based assays and screening strategies

Maintain iPSC, NPC, neuronal, primary and/or other cell cultures

Provide detailed experimental protocols and develop SOPs

Keep accurate inventory of supplies for laboratory operations

Keep current with scientific literature and technology developments

Provide project leadership and supervise, mentor and train junior scientists

Effectively communicate with team members on research progress

Perform all other related duties as assigned; level of responsibility will depend on experience

Qualification

Cell cultureCell-based assaysBiochemical techniquesMolecular biology techniquesLaboratory calculationsMultitaskingTime managementCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsMentoring skills

Required

MS or PhD in relevant scientific field with a minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience in an industry setting

Minimum 2 years of hands-on mammalian cell culture experience

Hands-on experience developing and executing cell-based assays, standard biochemical and/or molecular biology techniques

Ability to plan and execute experiments accurately, on time, and with minimal supervision

Proficiency with standard laboratory calculations, dilutions and multi-well plates

Meticulous and timely record keeping

Demonstrated ability to multitask and collaborate with scientists in a highly dynamic environment

Outstanding organizational, time management, verbal and written communication skills

Preferred

Cell culture of human primary cells, neurons, stem cells or induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs)

Experience using Quantitative Capillary Western, MSD and/or immunochemistry techniques

Experience with automation / high throughput assays

Proven track record of supervisory or mentoring skills

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Holidays

401(k) plan

Company insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Stock options

Company

Origami Therapeutics, Inc.

Origami Therapeutics is a preclinical-stage company developing novel protein degrader therapeutics with a proprietary drug discovery platform which holds the promise for disease-modification in neurodegenerative diseases such as Huntington’s Disease.

Founded in 2016

San Diego, California, USA

2-10 employees