Cellular Dynamics International (CDI), a FUJIFILM company, is a leading developer and supplier of human cells used in basic and translational research, drug discovery, toxicity testing, and regenerative medicine applications. Leveraging technology that can be used to create induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and differentiated tissue-specific cells from any individual, CDI is committed to advancing life science research and transforming the therapeutic development process in order to fundamentally improve human health. The company’s inventoried iCell® products and donor-specific MyCell® Products are available in the quantity, quality, purity, and reproducibility required for drug and cell therapy development. For more information please visit www.cellulardynamics.com. 

Cellular Dynamics International, a FujiFilm Company, is recruiting for a Senior Research Specialist/Scientist position. This position requires a self-motivated individual with experience in cell biology and molecular biology who can contribute to our ongoing efforts to culture human induced pluripotent stem cells, and derive cell lines by genome engineering. 

Skills and Responsibilities:
•    Follow and optimize established protocols to culture and engineer induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC).
•    Cellular analysis including imaging, flow cytometry, cell sorting, PCR, DNA sequencing, NGS, and other gene/protein methods.
•    Stay current with iPSC and genome engineering literature and implement new technology and concepts.
•    Communicate experimental status and results to the project team in group meetings and presentations.
•    Interact with team members and other departments on a daily basis.
•    Adhere to budget and time constraints.
•    Document experiments conducted in an effective, organized, and timely manner.
•    Write SOPs, manufacturing protocols and Quality Control Protocols.

Essential Job Requirements:
•    Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in stem cell biology, cell biology, developmental biology, neurobiology, biomedical engineering or a closely related scientific field.
•    A minimum of three years laboratory experience post-graduation, preferably in an industry setting.
•    Experience with iPS cell culture, molecular biology methods, and genome engineering technologies.
•    Applicants should possess a strong work ethic, initiative, the ability to multi-task, and a desire to acquire new technical skills.
•    Flexibility to change project objectives quickly and enthusiastically.
•    Applicants should have strong written and oral communication skills as well as the ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
•    Weekend work is required.

Physical Requirements:
•    Able to work in laboratory hood for extended periods of time.
•    Able to work with hazardous materials (i.e. chemicals, electrical equipment and human tissue) without endangering oneself or others.
•    Able to work at computer for extended periods of time.
•    Able to wear standard laboratory PPE.

Cellular Dynamics International Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of a disability.