The ideal candidate will join the Research and Development Team and will focus on new model development projects at the interface of iPSC and humanized mouse.
The Associate Scientist supports research initiatives within a scientific team, contributing to experiments, data analysis, and research documentation. This role involves conducting laboratory work, assisting in experimental design, and collaborating with senior scientists to achieve project objectives.
The salary range is $69,711 - $101,081. Salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions
- May assist in the design, execution, and analysis of experiments under the guidance of senior researchers.
- Conduct experiments, collect data, and assist in analyzing and may interpret results using appropriate tools and methodologies.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of experimental procedures, results, and observations in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Ensure proper maintenance of laboratory equipment, inventory management, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, effectively communicating experimental procedures, results, and insights.
- May support senior scientists in reviews, experimental setup, and troubleshooting.
- Master's Degree required, a PhD or experience in the field of immunology, cell biology, or tissue humanization is preferred.
- Two or more years of relevant experience, four years of experience preferred. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in immunology and relevant extensive experience working with mice.
- Hands-on experience in a laboratory setting, preferably in a research or academic environment.
- Familiarity with laboratory techniques, instrumentation, and scientific methodologies related to the field.
- Ability to collect, analyze, experimental data using appropriate software or statistical tools.
- Strong attention to detail in conducting experiments, recording observations, and maintaining documentation.
- Willingness to learn new techniques and adapt to changing research needs.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment, contributing positively to collective goals.
- Aptitude for troubleshooting experimental issues and proposing potential solutions.
- Clear and concise communication skills for presenting findings and interacting with team members.
About JAX:
The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.
Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org.
EEO Statement:
The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.
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What We Do
Cancer. Diabetes. Alzheimer’s. Heart Disease. Parkinson’s.
The Jackson Laboratory (JAX) leads the search to cure diseases rooted in our DNA.
Founded in 1929, we are an NCI-designated Cancer Center since 1983 and an independent 501(c)3 nonprofit research organization with over 90 years of experience in genetics and genomics research. JAX blends the brightest minds with state-of-the-art resources to accelerate discovery.
Areas of Discovery (75+ Principal Investigators, >250 Ph.D.s, M.D.s, and D.V.M.s):
• Cancer: We are a National Cancer Institute designated Cancer Center focusing on cancer initiation, progression, prevention and therapies.
• Developmental/reproductive biology: birth defects, Down syndrome, osteoporosis, fertility
• Immunology: HIV-AIDS, anemia, autoimmunity, cancer immunology, immune disorders, lupus, transplant rejection
• Metabolic diseases: atherosclerosis, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, microbiome
• Neurobiology: blindness, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, deafness, epilepsy, glaucoma, macular degeneration, neurodegenerative diseases
• Neurobehavioral disorders: autism, addiction, depression
Supporting Global Research:
• The JAX Mouse Repository and Scientific Services are among the premier resources available for biomedical research.
Committed to Education:
• Summer Student Program (undergrad & high school)
• Teaching the Genome Generation Short Course
• Ph.D. programs: U. Maine, Tufts University and U. Connecticut
• Courses, Conferences and Workshops
