Eli Lilly Associate Scientist in Gene Editing – Apply Online Now
About Eli Lilly:
Eli Lilly is a leading pharmaceutical company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and transforming patients’ lives worldwide. The Gene Editing team at Eli Lilly is at the forefront of cutting-edge research in genome editing to address various clinical needs. Join us as we strive to make a meaningful impact on healthcare.
Job Title: Therapeutic Editing Associate Scientist
Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Category: Research & Development
Job Type: Full Time Regular
Job ID: R-66439
Job Description:
Come join the rapidly expanding Gene Editing team at Eli Lilly! We are responsible for inventing, characterizing, and advancing novel genome editing reagents for a myriad of clinical applications. Our team works cross-functionally within our organization across multiple disease areas and platforms. Our goal is to deliver on the promise of gene editing to patients around the world.
Job Responsibilities:
- Work with members of the Liver Translational Editing team to drive forward new and existing therapeutic programs.
- Work cross functionally across the Gene Editing team with clear and open communication.
- Perform and analyze gene editing screening experiment (i.e. CRISPR) with in vitro models. Familiarity with in vivo models is a plus.
- Maintain detailed documentation of scientific work in an electronic notebook.
- Deliver data with clear expectations of timelines to multiple teams.
- Perform R&D on novel assays to bring in new technologies to the broader team.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s and/or Masters degree in biology or a related field.
Additional Skills/Preferences:
- 2+ years of relevant laboratory experience.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Experienced in molecular biology techniques.
- Experience with RNA/DNA/Protein extraction from tissues and cells.
- Familiarity with Amplicon-Seq NGS library preparation, quantification, and QC is preferred.
- Experience with Benchling and primary cell culture is a plus.
- Experience with automation systems is a plus.
Additional Information:
This role may require up to 10-15% travel for conferences or training. The position is located at 215 First St, Cambridge, MA 02142, and will be relocating to 15 Necco St, Boston, MA 02210. Full time position (40 hours/week).
Apply for this exciting opportunity to be part of the cutting-edge Gene Editing team at Eli Lilly. Click here to apply now!
Keywords: Gene Editing, Therapeutic Programs, Molecular Biology, NGS Library Preparation, Primary Cell Culture. Eli Lilly Associate Scientist in Gene Editing – Apply Online Now
