Staff Scientist

ABOUT US: 

Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We are celebrating our 100-year legacy in 2024. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program.  We work hand-in-hand with researchers of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and Calibr to merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.

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POSITION TITLE: Staff Scientist

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position will contribute significantly to directing the research being undertaken in the Lightner Lab. Initially, this position will be responsible for establishing standard operating procedures in the lab related to tissue procurement for a new biobank (including organization of primary tissue samples). Additionally, this position will oversee the development of novel assays involving human intestinal organoids, bone-marrow derived stem cells, co-cultures, and discovery/evaluation of novel targets for Inflammatory Bowel Disease.  Finally, this position will be the point of coordination between our lab and numerous academic and industrial collaborators.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ph.D. in Cell Biology or in an appropriate scientific discipline required.
• A minimum of two years of post-doc experience that includes work with intestinal organoids and/or iPSCs.

PREFERRED SKILLSET:
Prior expertise with one or more of the following is preferred:

• Biomedical research, including genetics, genomics, and/or drug discovery.
• Isolation of intestinal stem cells from primary tissue sources.
• Development of differentiation protocols for iPSCs.
• Derivation and maintenance of intestinal organoid cultures.
• Assay development.
• Bioinformatics experience (at least organizing and handling large Omics-based datasets).
• Confocal microscopy.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position works in a wet lab environment. Further details of the physical requirements of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

COMPENSATION: The expected hiring range for this position is $85,000 to $95,272 per year, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE: 

• Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Full suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more.
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care).
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies.
• Free, on-site Counseling Center which provides confidential counseling services to benefits-eligible employees and their family members.
• Free, on-site parking.

The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms.  The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice.   Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff.  

EEO STATEMENT:

The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status. Underrepresented individuals are encouraged to apply.