IGI Staff Research Associate II (9612C) 27478 - 1057

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The First Review Date for this job is: August 20, 2019.

The Innovative Genomics Institute (IGI) is seeking to recruit a Staff Research Associate to work on a project, a collaboration with Jonathan Weissman and Fyodor Urnov, to develop and advance next-generation CRISPR-based approaches to control the hematopoietic and GI systems in the clinic. Successful candidates will lead efforts to apply cutting edge functional genomics approaches ex vivo and in vivo to identify molecular circuits of relevance to particular areas of severe unmet medical need; collaborate on developing clinic-ready approaches to engage those circuits; and collaborate on preclinical efficacy and safety studies to enable first-in-human clinical trials.
In addition to our scientific efforts, the IGI is committed to advancing public understanding of genome engineering and providing resources for the broader community.

The Innovative Genomics Institute (IGI) is seeking to recruit a Staff Research Associate to work on a project in collaboration with Doctors Jonathan Weissman, Jennifer Doudna, and Fyodor Urnov - to develop and advance next-generation CRISPR-based approaches to control the hematopoietic system in the clinic. Successful candidates will lead efforts to apply cutting edge functional genomics approaches ex vivo and in vivo to identify molecular circuits of relevance to particular areas of severe unmet medical need; collaborate on developing clinic-ready approaches to engage those circuits; and collaborate on preclinical efficacy and safety studies to enable first-in-human clinical trials.

Prefer 3-5 years' experience in academic and/or industry lab or related experience.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit:

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How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single attachment when applying.

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