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Our pipeline harnesses the power of embryonic stem cells to model human development in vitro and combines accurate genetic models of human diseases introduced by gene editing together with multi-cellular self-organization to create defined pathological embryonic tissues that serve as a basis for drug screening analyzed though modern AI tools. We are developing therapies for Huntington’s Disease, for monogenic neurodevelopment disorders and genetic forms of chronic kidney disease.

We are seeking highly-motivated team members at the level of both Research Assistants and senior Scientists to join our growing team. The successful candidates will contribute to the drug discovery effort as well as the development of novel therapeutics across several areas based on a strong interdisciplinary background, as our interests range from genome editing, physical methods for tissue confinement, to machine learning approach for the analysis of high content phenotypic screens.The ideal candidates are self-motivated with a dynamic personality. You will be working closely with the company CSO and Head of the Biology to expand our portfolio of diseases and develop new screening platforms for drug discovery and run our proprietary assays.

The ideal candidates will have extensive experience in the biological sciences, which includes tissue culture, molecular biology and microscopy. The applicant will  be able to quickly adapt to the challenge of working with cutting-edge biotechnology, and to master independence. The company is based at Industry City, Brooklyn, NY, in a dynamic environment focused on the future of science and technology.

Current Openings

Research Assistant

We are seeking two highly motivated Research Assistants to join our growing team. The successful candidates will contribute to the drug discovery effort as well as the development of novel therapeutics across several areas based on a strong interdisciplinary background, as our interests range from genome editing, bioengineering for scalable micro-tissue production, to machine learning approach for the analysis of high content phenotypic screens.

The ideal candidate is a capable, self-motivated, and dynamic personality. You will be working closely with our CSO and Head of Biology to expand our portfolio of diseases and development of human stem cell screening platforms for drug discovery and characterization. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the biological sciences/bioengineering, with duties mostly including tissue culture, molecular biology and microscopy.  The applicant can adapt to the challenge of working with cutting-edge biotechnology, to quickly master independence. Teamwork is essential to our success; you should thrive in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities of this Position include:

• Human pluripotent stem cell culture.
• Molecular Biology techniques.
• Proprietary organoid generation, staining and imaging.
• Maintain detailed laboratory notebook and other documentation, protocols, and records, incl. reporting to the senior management.

Experience and Required Skills:

• B.S./M.S. degree in biological sciences or related field from a top college/university.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting, to meet critical deadlines.
• Excellence in the fundamentals of molecular biology and cell biology.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Experience working in a collaborative environment.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and skills.

Job Type:

Full-time

Salary:

$60k/year

Please contact: jobs@rumiscientific.com

Lab Manager

We are seeking a highly motivated Lab manager to join our growing team. The successful candidate will contribute to the company effort by providing a safe, organized and functional working environment in support for the scientific research team. The ideal candidate is a capable, self-motivated, and dynamic personality. The Lab Manager will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our laboratory. This individual will be responsible for maintaining lab infrastructure, managing inventory and vendors, enforcing safety protocols, and supporting scientists with logistical and technical needs. This is a hands-on, cross-functional role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative start-up environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the biological sciences/bioengineering.  The applicant can adapt to the challenge of working with cutting-edge biotechnology, to quickly master independence. Teamwork is essential to our success; you should thrive in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities of this Position include:

• Maintains laboratory organized.
• Takes inventory of shared supplies, request supplies on Quartzy procurement platform.
• Organize receiving of incoming supplies.
• Aliquots shared supplies and reagents, prepares media for scientists & assists scientific teams on projects upon request.
• Manage all lab equipment, preventative maintenance, and service contracts with applicable vendors.
• Collaborates with the science team to address any workflow bottlenecks, inefficiencies, or opportunities for process improvements. Attends weekly team meetings as well as weekly lab operations meetings.
• Training of new members in Laboratory Maintenance & Hazards (with laboratory tour, workflow, where supplies are located etc.), go over Training Modules and Training Standard Operating Procedure.
• Monitor proper waste management, removal and pick-ups of hazardous waste.
• Ensure laboratory safety standards are followed, all licenses are up to date, create and implement high quality standards of good lab practices, help to create, and influence safety policies, and collaborate with local safety representatives- (Stericycle. C14, FDNY permits, etc).
• Maintain laboratory safety standards and monitor any safety issues.
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships in support of the Laboratory.
• Under emergency situations provide “on-call” support and regular 24-7 operation of laboratory to ensure appropriate response to equipment issues as needed (Refrigerators, Freezers, etc).
• Expands cell lines for cell banking and maintains organized cell banks by keeping Benchling updated with cell vial inventory. Performs quality control of cells by routine Microplasma Testing.
• Assist scientist with experiments when time allows: cell culture, PCR, qPCR, WB, experimental planning.

Experience and Required Skills:

• B.S./M.S. degree in biological sciences or related field from a top college/university.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting, to meet critical deadlines.
• Experience in the functioning of a biology R&D lab (>1-2 years) and ideally stem cell research.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Experience working in a collaborative environment.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and skills.

Job Type:

Full-time

Salary:

$60-90k/year depending on experience

Please contact: jobs@rumiscientific.com