Keliomics is a seed-stage biopharma company with a proprietary, ex vivo human tissue platform. Our inaugural therapeutic areas are breast cancer, melanoma, and metabolic diseases.

We are seeking a motivated and innovative lab technician to 1) assist our scientists with day-to-day biological experiments and 2) maintain the lab. Biological work will include human cell culture including the expansion and passaging of mesenchymal stem cells and cancer cell lines, derivation of stem cell lines from human biospecimens, mycoplasma testing, and assisting with ELISA, Western blots, and fluorescent imaging. Lab maintenance work will include ordering reagents and supplies, help with tracking and bookkeeping of reagents and supplies, lab equipment maintenance, and working with hazardous and biohazardous materials (e.g. CO2 tank replacement, liquid nitrogen refill, biohazard waste, coordinating lab coat pick up).

This position requires a minimum of one year’s experience in mammalian cell culture and experience with lab instrumentation, including an ability to troubleshoot issues and efficiently interface with technical subject matter experts towards rapid resolution of issues. Strong attention to detail and the integrity to report deviations or problems are a must.

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S. in biology, biological sciences, molecular biology, biomedical engineering, or equivalent
• 1+ years of laboratory experience in an academic or commercial biology laboratory setting, or combination thereof
• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture
• Passion for being in the laboratory to complete experiments
• Strong sense of commitment, integrity, and handling challenges collaboratively
• Thrives in a fast-growth startup environment, where communication is key
• Ability to lift at least 30 pounds
• Able to bend, kneel, sit, and stand for prolonged periods of time
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment

Desired Experience

• Hands-on experience processing and handling human tissue biospecimens
• Experience with 3D systems such as patient-derived organoids
• Experience with live-cell imaging

Keliomics is committed to building a company that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance