Research Associate - Immunology
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Employment type:
Full time
Experience required:
Intermediate
Salary
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About the company:
ABOUT GREENLIGHT
At GreenLight we are working to solve two of the world's greatest problems: global food insecurity and equal access to vaccines and the associated health benefits. Unlike most corporations who can be required to put profits ahead of other principles, GreenLight is one of the first Public Benefit Corporations to be publicly traded and have a charter that requires a focus on how it benefits its employees, community and society and has a broad portfolio addressing key issues in plant health and human health (Nasdaq: GRNA) by leveraging the full potential of dsRNA and mRNA. The GreenLight team is a little over 260 people across our headquarters in Lexington, MA, an R&D facility and an R&D facility in Research Triangle Park, NC. GreenLight also has a biomanufacturing plant in Rochester, NY. Initiatives include finding ways to support biodiversity, protect bees and other pollinators, treat rare diseases as well as develop vaccines.
At GreenLight, we believe inclusion is the way forward. We celebrate the power of working together to address humanity’s challenges, meet the needs of underserved populations, and push the boundaries of scientific discovery. Fueled by our aspiration for a true sense of belonging, our talented teams embody the principles of diversity and equality as we strive to bring food security, medicine, and healthcare to everyone—paving the way for a sustainable future. For more information, visit www.greenlightbio.com.
POSITION SUMMARY
About the position: GreenLight Biosciences is seeking a highly motivated research associate or senior research associate to join the Immunology team. This role is an exciting opportunity to support development of new LNP-mRNA vaccine candidates to help advance the company’s pipeline and RNA platform technology. The research associate will work towards evaluating efficacy and immunogenicity of LNP-mRNA vaccine candidates in in vitro and in vivo systems. This position will support the maintenance of human and animal cell lines, validating antigen expressions, tissue processing and running immunoassays, along with corresponding data analysis. Strong technical, organizational, and communication skills, along with a commitment to excellence and high-quality work are required.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform isolation, enrichment, activation, and cryopreservation of primary human and animal cells.
- Perform cell-based immunoassays, including but not limited to ELISPOT, cell phenotyping, viability, and proliferation.
- Perform a variety of routine immune assays including ELISA and multiplexed cytokine analysis.
- Maintain cell cultures using aseptic technique.
- Maintain supplies inventory in accordance with laboratory and department procedures.
- Troubleshoot protocols and optimize the methods.
- Analyze and store the data according to the lab procedures. Present findings in internal meetings.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS
- Practical experience in aseptic technique to work on cell line maintenance techniques is preferred.
- Prior knowledge of multi-color flow cytometry would be a plus but not required.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Meticulous attention to detail; practiced documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as a part of a diverse team.
- Proactive in identifying roadblocks and seeking solutions alone or with the help of team members.
- Awareness of basic safety issues and the ability to follow safety procedures.
- Ability to work to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
EDUCATION
- Bachelors in Science with 2-3 years
- Masters in Science with 1-2 years of experience in a biotechnology discipline
Greenlight Biosciences Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
GreenLight requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination for its employees.
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