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Job Title: Scientist, Bone Cell Biology


		Fate Therapeutics 10931 N. Torrey Pines Road La Jolla 98104 www.fatetherapeutics.com/

	Fate Therapeutics is a pioneer the emerging field of renewal therapies. Company scientists are redirecting the fate of the body’s adult stem cells to offer new hope to patients afflicted with some of the most difficult to treat conditions including degenerative diseases such as diabetes, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s Disease, ALS, heart failure, stroke and paralysis; developmental disorders including Down syndrome; and metastatic cancers.

Job Description:

Company Overview
Fate Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company headquartered in La Jolla, CA,
founded by leading experts in adult stem cell biology to develop and commercialize
therapies to control the destiny of cells. Our revolutionary platform focuses on both
regenerative and reprogramming medicine. The company is led by a collaborative team
from the most respected research institutions in the United States along with world-class
investors and management leadership with exceptional backgrounds in pharmaceuticals
and medical technology.
Description
Fate’s Stem Cell Biology Group is currently seeking a talented cell biologist to lead our
bone program. The successful candidate will develop and execute cell based assays for
identifying and understanding the effects of small molecule compounds and proteins on
mesenchymal stem cell differentiation to osteoblasts. Deep knowledge of bone biology is
required, as well as extensive experience with cell culture techniques including primary
cell culture, transfection and viral infection, immortalization and stable cell line
development, and immunocytochemistry. Experience with qPCR and Fluorescence
Activated Cell Sorting (FACS) is highly desirable. Familiarity with animal models of
bone repair is a plus. This is a hands-on position that requires cooperative team
participation to successfully achieve aggressive research goals.
Qualifications
 Ph.D in cell biology, molecular biology or biochemistry.
 5 years research experience in osteoblast biology.
 Extensive experience with cell based assays.
 Experience with budgets, developing and implementing cost-saving measures.
 Flexible and cooperative spirit with strong commitment to team efforts.
 Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills.
 Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
Interested individuals should submit a non-confidential research summary if available at
the time of application for expedited processing.
For consideration send cover letter and resume to: careers@fatetherapeutics.com and
reference job 16ST.

Job Location(s):

La Jolla,CA,US

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