Hobson Prior is seeking a Research/Senior Research Scientist for preclinical development. This role involves technical execution of development projects and supporting the preclinical team in vector development. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of molecular biology and AAV vectorology.

Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location.

Responsibilities:

• Strong knowledge of AAV vectorology and molecular biology to help advance the company's AAV platform.
• Assist in developing the next-generation AAV platform and constructing and screening libraries of capsid variants.
• Design and execute assays for quantitative assessment of gene expression in cell models and assist in AAV vector production.
• Lead in the development and drafting of SOPs and Work instructions for assays that are being developed.
• Identify and test opportunities to improve the laboratory discovery platform.
• Transfer technical process improvements.

Key Skills and Requirements:

• Deep theoretical knowledge in molecular biology, general vector design and AAV vectorology.
• Strong technical skills in molecular biology with a primary focus on cloning techniques.
• Knowledge and experience with AAV biology and production.
• Experience with analytical techniques such as Western Blot, qPCR, flow cytometry, with the ability to perform robust data analysis and interpretation, troubleshooting and optimization.
• Proficiency in time management, attention to detail and documentation.
• Knowledge and experience in RNA seq/single cell RNA seq methodologies (desirable).
• Basic understanding of NGS (desirable).
• Experience with genome editing applications (CRISPR/CAS9) (desirable).
• Knowledge of CNS/Neuroscience-based research, especially retina and/or brain (desirable).

For more information, please contact Jessica Taylor.

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