Revivicor

Date:

August 22, 2011

Title:

Research Associate, Nuclear Transfer/Cell Biology

Job Type:

Full-Time Position

Job Category:

Research & Development

Location:

Blacksburg, VA

Experience Required:

2 years laboratory experience and BS required. Preference given to candidate with multiple year Micromanipulation or Embryology experience.

Education Level:

BS or MS in Life Sciences preferred

Role Purpose/Position Overview

The Research Associate will assist with the production of Transgenic Swine for multiple projects.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

• NT- Participate in all aspects of porcine nuclear transfer (cloning) including but not limited to: media preparation, oocyte maturation, oocyte micromanipulation, oocyte fusion and activaction, micromanipulation tool production and embryo culture.
• Cell Biology - Production and analysis of transgenic porcine cells. Tasks include primary cell isolation, cell culture, cell transfection, antibiotic selection, colony isolation, cryo-preservation, immunoflorescence. Flow Cytomerty experience a plus.
•  General lab maintenance, supply and chemical inventory. 
• Develops strong working relationships and works closely as needed with all functional areas of Revivicor, including but not limited to Senior Management, Project Leaders, Regulatory, and Safety.
• Follows cost efficient laboratory practices while maintaining a high level of productivity on scientific tasks. Quality of work has a major impact on departmental and company goals.

Requirements

• Proficiency in all aspects of cell culture, cell manipulation, primary cell growth and isolation, hands on embryology experience with emphasis on embryo micromanipulation
• Excellent oral, analytical and written communication skills.
• Works well in a team setting.
• Able to speak and write in English.
• Able to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time while in the lab setting.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time while performing microscope and other lab duties.

United Therapeutics Competency Profile:

The ideal candidate will possess the following core competencies: Ethical, Accountable, Creative, Nimble and Collaborative.

At United Therapeutics, we:

• Commit to doing the right thing the right way
• Are unwavering in our adherence to regulatory, scientific and company policies and procedures
• Set high standards for ourselves and others and strive to meet them
• Take full ownership of our area of responsibility
• Plan ahead, focus and prioritize to ensure deliverables are met
• Think outside the box to devise non-traditional and novel approaches to business and scientific issues
• Act with a sense of urgency and purpose to fulfill UT’s mission
• Adapt quickly to change and new direction
• Treat everyone with respect
• Share information and expertise within and across functions, and partner with others to achieve goals

Qualified candidates please click here to apply!

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