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Job Title: Scientist, 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 Technology Development Group is currently seeking a talented cell biologist to support
novel stem cell technology programs. The successful candidate will develop and optimize
mammalian cell culture systems and explore novel approaches for stem cell generation and
manipulation. This program will require extensive knowledge of cell culture techniques with an
emphasis on stem cells including media and condition optimization, transfection, viral infection,
Fluorescence Activated Cell Sorting (FACS) and immunocytochemistry. A background in
induced pluripotent stem cells or cellular differentiation is highly desirable. Additionally,
experience in molecular biology and biochemistry including cloning, QPCR analysis, antibodydependent
detection methods and an understanding of genetic and proteomic analysis is
advantageous. This is a hands-on position that requires research and development for multiple
projects and potentially management of research associates.
Requirements
• Ph.D in cell biology, molecular biology or biochemistry.
• 5 years cell biology research experience.
• Extensive experience in stem cell biology evidenced by recent publications in the field of
ESC or IPSC technology.
• Extensive experience with biochemical and 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.

Job Location(s):

La Jolla,CA,US

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