[Hiring] CRISPR Field Application Scientist @Danaher

Role Description

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Provide technical field support for IDT’s CRISPR genome engineering portfolio, including support of product design, configuration and end use.
• Collaborate with local Sales team to identify, convert and support potential customers by delivering pre-sales consultative meetings and presentations to achieve financial objectives.
• Represent IDT’s CRISPR products to clients at large by attending industry trade shows, doing demonstrations, and supporting early state cGMP gRNA opportunities.
• Work closely with Marketing and Sales to ensure the value of the CRISPR product portfolio is communicated clearly and effectively to current and potential customers.
• Work together with Product Management, Applications Support, and R&D to identify key customer requirements for future product development efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (in Molecular Biology, Genetic Engineering, Genetics, Developmental Biology, Bioinformatics, or related discipline).
• 5 Years of wet lab hands-on experience required in Molecular Biology and CRISPR applications including experimental design, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Three years of demonstrated experience using CRISPR genome editing workflow including, Cas enzyme selection, guide RNA design, reagent delivery, and result analysis.
• Knowledge of CRISPR/Cas9 applications (Gene Knock-out/in, Genome Base Editing & Prime Editing, CRISPR Screening, CRISPRa/i).

Requirements

• Ability to travel – 50% travel, overnight, within the territory Southwest.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.