POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking an experienced embryologist with experience in porcine somatic cell nuclear transfer (SCNT) at our Coralville, IA laboratory that will be responsible for using assisted reproductive technologies (ART) to produce gene-edited (GE) animals for use as human disease models. Appropriate candidates will have experience in embryology and reproductive biology. Previous experience in SCNT is required. Familiarity with molecular techniques used for GE animal production is preferred. The embryologist will be expected to complete routine SCNT and related tasks on aggressive timelines and to work as part of a team. Position requires excellent communication skills, experience in a scientific research setting, an ability to troubleshoot technical laboratory issues, and willingness to adhere to strict protocols, quality control measures, and timelines.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Contribute to the improvement of SCNT efficiencies and outcomes.
- Contribute to optimizing an embryo culture system.
- Responsible for the production and testing of different media.
- Contribute to embryo transfer protocols, planning, and execution.
- Assist the embryo lab manager in project planning and conducting experiments.
- Keep accurate data on developmental and quality control parameters and timely documentation of laboratory work.
- Pay attention to detail, strictly adhere to safety protocols, and use knowledge of basic laboratory procedures to advance projects under rapidly shifting priorities and timelines.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- B.Sc. in Animal Science, Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology or related fields.
- Minimum 1 year of post-baccalaureate laboratory experience with focused training in SCNT and/or ICSI, IVF, cell culture, embryo culture, media formulation, and aseptic techniques.
- Experience in cellular molecular biology techniques preferred.
DESIRED KEY COMPETENCIES:
- Ability to understand and execute on the company’s mission and values.
- Maintain a high degree of ethical standard and trustworthiness.
- Ability to think and adapt to a rapidly changing environment.
- Able to reach rational conclusions through complex processing of information.
- Fosters innovation through creative solutions.
- Successful at communicating in both oral and written forms.
- Well organized and capable of clear communication through technology (i.e. Outlook, PowerPoint, and other programs used to create and distribute reports and key information).
- Effective organization and implementation of group projects.
- Up-to-date knowledge on industry current events.
- Maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Energized by accomplishments and excellence in the workplace.
- Capable of high performance in independent work as well as in team setting
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Laboratory
- Frequent: Speaking; hearing; sitting; use of hands/fingers; handling or feeling objects, tools or controls; close vision; color vision; peripheral vision; ability to adjust focus.
- Occasional: Standing; walking indoors; reaching with hands and arms; stooping; kneeling; crouching; lifting and/ or move up to 10lbs.
- General: Moderate noise level, similar to typical office environment with computers, printers and light traffic.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Stock options
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Coralville, IA 52241 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Coralville, IA 52241: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
