Scientist II (Cell Therapy / Genome Engineering)
Automate your job search with Sonara.
Submit 10x as many applications with less effort than one manual application.1
Reclaim your time by letting our AI handle the grunt work of job searching.
We continuously scan millions of openings to find your top matches.
Overview
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$60-$65/hour
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Job Description
Our client, a world leader in biotechnology and life sciences, is seeking a "Scientist II (Cell Therapy / Genome Engineering)".
Location: South SanFrancisco, CA
Duration: Long-Term Contract (Possibility Of Further Extension)
Pay Rate: $60-$65/hr on W2
Company Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Sick Leave, 401K
Job Summary
In this role, you will be supporting genome engineering and synthetic biology initiatives. This role contributes to cell therapy development and disease‑modeling programs. The successful candidate will support the needs of the Advanced Cell Engineering Hub, particularly in the engineering and profiling of cells for cell therapy development and disease modeling.
Key Responsibilities
- Engineer mammalian cells (cancer cell lines, iPSCs, primary cells) using lentiviral/piggyBac systems and CRISPR gene editing
- Optimize transfection and gene‑editing workflows
- Troubleshoot and refine cell engineering protocols
- Characterize engineered cells using molecular and genomic assays
- Maintain, monitor, and quality‑check cell lines in culture
Required Qualifications
- BS/MS + 5 years industry experience or PhD in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Genetics, or related field
- Strong hands‑on mammalian cell culture experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with primary T cells and iPSCs
- Skills in: DNA/RNA/protein extraction, molecular cloning, PCR/RT‑PCR/ddPCR, FACS, CRISPR editing, siRNA/shRNA, SDS‑PAGE, immunoblotting, cell‑based assays, NGS, viral vector work
- Familiarity with analysis tools such as Benchling, SnapGene, FlowJo, GraphPad Prism
If interested, please share your updated resume at hr@dawarconsulting.com/lakshmi@dawarconsulting.com
Automate your job search with Sonara.
Submit 10x as many applications with less effort than one manual application.
FAQs About Scientist II (Cell Therapy / Genome Engineering) Jobs at Dawar Consulting
What is the work location for this position at Dawar Consulting?
This job at Dawar Consulting is located in South San Francisco, California, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Dawar Consulting?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $60–$65 per hour for this role.
What employment applies to this position at Dawar Consulting?
The employer has not provided this information. This may be discussed during the hiring process.
What experience level is required for this role at Dawar Consulting?
Dawar Consulting is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
What benefits are offered by Dawar Consulting for this role?
Dawar Consulting offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Sick Leave, and 401k Matching/Retirement Savings for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
What is the process to apply for this position at Dawar Consulting?
You can apply for this role at Dawar Consulting either through Sonara's automated application system, which helps you submit applications 10X faster with minimal effort, or by applying manually using the direct link on the job page.