Ready for a challenge where you’re not just a cog in the machine? Worried about the effects on our climate due to animal agriculture? Ready to put your technical skills to create positive change in the world? Us too!

We are looking for a Cell Line Development Scientist to join our team in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina!

You are a technical expert in mammalian cell line development

• You have conducted experimental research and project design involving genetic and compound manipulation to generate novel cell lines.
• You are comfortable performing critical analyses and interpreting data for actionable decision-making that impacts the greater company
• As a life-long learner, you keep a pulse on current relevant scientific literature and innovation within your field
• You like to move fast, but are able to maintain meticulous record-keeping

You are a cross-functional powerhouse

• You have led experimental research generating stable cell lines, including upstream vector design and troubleshooting

• You enjoy working closely with teammates to complete deliverables of a caliber to be used in funding applications, investor updates, and publications
• You thrive when your input for scientific strategy is leveraged and are actively engaging in regular scientific discussion

• You are comfortable performing critical analyses and interpreting data for actionable decision-making that impacts the greater company

You love tackling challenging problems with a team

• You believe in our mission of working towards better human health and sustainability
• You enjoy working collaboratively with a broad and diverse team and stepping outside of your comfort zone
• You're naturally inclined to think critically and creatively to work through murky problems with limited resources
• Ambiguity is your jam and you're able to strive ahead without direction
• You hold yourself and others to the utmost ethical standards in all scientific and professional endeavors

Qualifications & Preferred Experience

• Ph.D. with 2+ years, Master’s with 4+ years, or Bachelor’s with 8+ years of hands-on research experience in designing genome editing constructs and generating stable cell lines through genetic manipulation
• Human cell culture: strong aseptic technique and experience with primary cell culture and clonal isolation of cells
• Molecular biology: vector design, vector construction, qPCR, Western Blot, and IHC/IF
• Experience with multiple gene-delivery techniques
• Hands-on experience with genetic-engineering tools (i.e. CRISPR, lentivirus, transposons, shRNA/siRNA)
• Strong experience leading projects and mentoring junior scientists
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Hands-on experience with several of the following: epithelial cells, stem cells, flow cytometry/FACS, RNA seq and NGS sample preparation and analysis, tumorigenicity and oncogenicity testing, single-cell isolation, cell-based functional assays
• Background or understanding in structure of amino acids, fatty acids, and sugars commonly discussed and prepared in food and nutraceutical applications
• Experience with analyzing and isolating components from complex mixtures including lysate preparation and fractionation, protein purification, and analytical methods such as immunoprecipitation, affinity purification, and column chromatography/HPLC

What You’ll Get in Return

The Company offers a generous benefits package along with competitive compensation.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage

• 401(k) with a 4% Company match

• Unlimited PTO

• Industry-leading parental and caregiver leave (we're a certified NC Family Forward Employer!)

• Social events - we like to have fun!