Cell Biologist

The Bioscience and Biotechnology Division within the Physical and Life Sciences Directorate LLNL is seeking to fill a position for a dedicated and hardworking Research Scientist with a background in cell biology with demonstrated experience in advanced cellular and tissue models (cardiac and neuronal), toxicology, electrophysiology and other advanced molecular biology approaches. In this position, you will direct and conduct advanced cell and animal biology research, contributing to our understanding cellular effects of physiological insults for mission relevant programs. Your role will involve working on defined research projects, where you will be expected to demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness, and a keen attention to detail within a multidisciplinary team of scientists. This position is in the Human Health Sciences Group in the Biosciences and Biotechnology Division.

You will:

• Lead and implement in vitro experiments that include both 2D and 3D rat and human cell models
• Collaborate with other scientists for in vivo experiments
• Utilize advanced cell and molecular biology techniques to investigate and understand mechanisms of cellular injury and repair
• Evaluate large data sets to refine, inform, and design subsequent experiments.
• Conduct literature reviews on state-of-the-art approaches relevant to the problem being addressed.
• Train and mentor early career and technician level staff
• Collaborate and interact with inter-organizational contacts and/or external customers.
• Prepare and present technical reports
• Perform other duties as assigned.