Biohub · 19 hours ago
Scientist, FIGS
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$103K/yr - $142K/yr
5+ years expBiohub is leading the new era of AI-powered biology to cure or prevent disease through its medical research organization. The role of Scientist involves supporting functional immunogenomics research focused on CRISPR-based screening and single-cell technologies, providing hands-on exposure to advanced genome engineering technologies and contributing to translational research efforts.
BioinformaticsBiotechnologyGenetics
Responsibilities
Perform CRISPR screens in disease-relevant models
Assist in model development and maintenance, including culture and differentiation of iPSCs or other relevant cell systems that recapitulate disease-related phenotypes
Perform and optimize single-cell-based assays to assess functional consequences of genetic perturbations
Conduct in vivo studies in murine models to validate CRISPR screen candidate hits
Maintain detailed lab notebooks, document experimental outcomes, and present results
Qualification
Required
PhD or MSc degree in Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, or a related discipline
5 or more years of hands-on lab experience in mammalian cell culture, single cell library preparations, and standard molecular biology techniques
Hands-on experience with flow cytometry, single cell library preparation, including sample preparation and basic data analysis and interpretation
Ability to handle murine models independently and perform basic procedures like tail vein, spleen collection, and IP injections
Strong organizational skills and the ability to follow experimental SOPs precisely
Ability to work independently on assigned projects
Benefits
Provides a generous employer match on employee 401(k) contributions to support planning for the future.
Paid time off to volunteer at an organization of your choice.
Funding for select family-forming benefits.
Relocation support for employees who need assistance moving
Company
Biohub
Our mission is to help scientists cure or prevent all disease.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Rafael Gómez-Sjöberg
Chief Technology Officer
Eunitz Beganovic
Executive Assistant to the Chief Legal Officer
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