United Therapeutics Corporation · 6 hours ago
Scientist, Renal Cell Biology & Physiology (iPSC Differentiation/Reprogramming)
Medford, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$111K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expUnited Therapeutics Corporation is a biotech company focused on developing novel therapies and technologies for transplantable organs. They are seeking a Scientist in Renal Cell Biology & Physiology to conduct experiments related to iPSC derived renal cells and contribute to the development of cell-based therapeutics for end-stage renal disease.
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Responsibilities
Perform isolation, characterization, and maturation of human primary renal cells
Support the derivation, isolation, characterization, and maturation of human iPSC derived renal cells
Support the scaling manufacturing protocols of iPSC derived renal cells
Apply developmental biology processes to direct cell fate decisions and morphogenesis of primary and iPSC derived cells and three-dimensional constructs
Perform physiologic characterization of primary and iPSC derived renal cells in 2D and 3D tissue models
Integrate multiple renal cell types in 3D structures capable of higher-level functions such as filtration and reabsorption
Actively contribute to interactions with academic, industry, and regulatory partners and collaborators
All other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree in cell and molecular biology, developmental biology, physiology, or related field with 5 + years of academic and/or industry experience in physiology, developmental biology, tissue engineering, or related fields OR Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in cell and molecular biology, or related field (preferred) with 2 years academic and/or industry experience in physiology, developmental biology, tissue engineering, or related fields
Demonstrated expertise designing, planning, and executing experiments using cell and molecular biology tools
Experience with iPSC and cellular reprogramming and/or stem cell differentiation
Preferred
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in cell and molecular biology, or related field (preferred) with 2 years academic and/or industry experience in physiology, developmental biology, tissue engineering, or related fields
Knowledge of kidney and/or pancreas biology and physiology
Benefits
Medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage
Employee wellness resources
Savings plans (401k and ESPP)
Paid time off & paid parental leave benefits
Disability benefits
Company
United Therapeutics Corporation
Founded to find a cure for a daughter’s rare disease, United Therapeutics is a biotechnology company transforming care for people with chronic and life-threatening conditions.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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