Scientist- Center for Cellular and Molecular Therapeutics | Philadelphia, PA

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  • Location: Philadelphia, PA

  • Company: Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia

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experiences to apply. A Brief Overview We are seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Research Associate or Scientist in the Center for Cellular and Molecular Therapeutics at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

This position is for an opening in the newly established Center for Epilepsy and Neurodevelopmental Disorders, focusing on rare genetic mutations causative of epilepsy. This position will center on the exciting and challenging work of induced pluripotent stem cell (i PSC) lines and differentiation into neural lineages. We are seeking an individual with neuroscience research experience to help advance our goals of identifying novel gene-based therapeutics.

Responsibilities will include cell line maintenance, neural differentiations, molecular biology techniques, and functional assays.

Preferences will be given to candidates with experience in multi-electrode array (MEA) system recording, neural cell cultures, and CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing. The ideal applicant will be self-motivated and committed to working within a team environment. He or she will be capable of effective data recording, demonstrate good organizational and communication skills, and have the ability to prioritize multiple tasks. Applicants must have a Ph. D. in neuroscience, cellular and molecular biology, or pharmacology (or similar). Prior laboratory experience in cell culture and molecular biology are required.

The level of the position will be contingent on the experience of the candidate. A two-year commitment is required. Education Qualifications Master's Degree Required Doctorate with two (2) years or more of Post-Doctoral fellowship or scientifically relevant experience OR Preferred Master's Degree with six (6) or more years of scientifically relevant experience Preferred Experience Qualifications At least two (2) years of scientifically relevant post-fellowship experience. Preferred Post-Doctoral fellowship Preferred Skills and Abilities 100% of the effort is funded by Principal Investigator(s) grants Scientific/intellectual contributions characterized by the unique & autonomous creativity

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