Interactome Staff Scientist | California Institute of Technology - Military Veterans

Interactome Staff Scientist Caltech Job Category: Fulltime Regular Exempt Overtime Eligible: Exempt Benefits Eligible: Benefit Based Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community. Job Summary The person in the position will oversee functional screens of the global human cell-surface interactome project. Using cell based high-throughput screening as well as specifically designed tests for selected ligand-receptor pairs, they will provide insight to biological significance of the novel interactions discovered in the interactome. Essential Job Duties The person in position will: Carry out cell surface binding assay of the full cell-surface extracellular domain (ECD) library to human primary cells (25%) Single-cell RNA sequencing for the transcriptional response of the human primary cells when incubated with the ECD library (40%) Function analysis designed for specific ligand-receptor pairs in receptor KO cell lines (35%). Basic Qualifications The position requires a: PhD in Biology and three years of training post receiving the degree. Have a strong background in molecular biology and cell biology and must be BSL2 trained. Preferred Qualifications The person in position is preferred to: Be trained in human primary cells handling, experience with human peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) is ideal. Use flow cytometer and analyze flow cytometry data. Experience in single-cell sequencing assays as well as bioinformatics for analyzing sequencing data. Required Documents Resume. To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://hr.caltech.edu/work/job_openings We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-36f7dff667a827478ef5a6fd48f3cb84