Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented “Junior Research Fellow”. The successful candidate will support ongoing research and development activities by performing routine and specialized tasks related to a project on developing cell-based therapy for Pulmonary Fibrosis.

Key Responsibilities:
•⁠ ⁠Handling of blood samples and reprogramming to induced pluripotent stem cells through established protocols.
•⁠ ⁠Maintain and culture various pluripotent stem cell lines, differentiate to alveolar and proximal cell types using established 2D and 3D protocols.
•⁠ ⁠Prepare media, buffers, and procure consumables and reagents required for cell culture work.
•⁠ ⁠Characterization of in vitro generated cells by real time PCR, immunocytochemistry, flow cytometry and western blotting.
•⁠ ⁠Cryo-sectioning of tissues / organoids, H&E staining and immunohistochemistry.
•⁠ ⁠Maintain accurate laboratory records and ensure compliance as per company’s quality management standards.

Qualifications and skills:
•⁠ ⁠Master’s degree or equivalent in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or a related field.
•⁠ ⁠Prior experience in mammalian (primary) cell culture and/ or pluripotent stem cells is highly desirable.
•⁠ ⁠Strong understanding of aseptic techniques and laboratory safety protocols.
•⁠ ⁠Good team player and efficient time-management skills, adherence to stringent timelines.
•⁠ ⁠Ability to handle the project with mentorship guidance and travel to collaborators laboratory when required.

To Apply:
Please send your resume, a brief cover letter with work experience relevant to the advertised position, and contact details for two referees to rajarshi.pal@eyestem.com.

In addition to being a DSIR certified in-house R&D facility, Eyestem Research has been recognised as a Research Centre for Ph.D studies under Manipal Academy of Higher Education.