Research Associate I, Translational Biology

Why Sarepta? Why Now?
The promise of genetic medicine has arrived, and Sarepta is at the forefront. We hold leadership positions in Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and limb-girdle muscular dystrophies (LGMDs), and we currently have more than 40 programs in various stages of development in gene therapy, RNA and gene editing. In 2023, we launched our fourth therapy and the first ever gene therapy to treat Duchenne.
 

We’re looking for people who see unlimited potential in themselves and who are motivated by an unwavering commitment to patients.
 

What Sarepta Offers

At Sarepta, we care deeply about all the people in our community and believe in the importance of supporting them in all aspects of their lives. We aspire to maintain a culture that acknowledges people bring their whole selves to work, and we will strive to help everyone in our community integrate their work and personal lives while maintaining productivity. We are committed to offering a range of benefits and work-life resources designed to support people in the following areas:

• Physical and Emotional Wellness

• ​Financial Wellness

• Support for Caregivers
   

For a full list of our comprehensive benefits, see our website: https://www.sarepta.com/join-us
 

The Importance of the Role

Sarepta Therapeutics is seeking a motivated individual with histology and histology related assays. The qualified candidate will provide laboratory support of day-to-day GCLP/GLP testing on muscle/nerve and other tissue types using complex histology methods in accordance with the requirements of approved protocols; maintains records of experiments; assists in analyzing data and prepares laboratory reports. This person may participate in development, GCLP/GLP qualification, and validation of histology related assays to support clinical trials and clinical development decision-making.

The Opportunity to Make a Difference

• Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures in histology using frozen section and FFPE techniques.
• Assist in the execution of GCLP/GLP clinical and non-clinical study sample processing, staining and analysis using a variety of assay formats such as Histochemical special stains, Immunofluorescence and Immunohistochemistry.
• Collects and analyzes morphometric data in accordance with appropriate statistical procedures, inclusive of graphs, tables, and photographs of the results for image analysis.
• Assist in sample processing for immunoblotting, and molecular biology studies.
• Processes tissue, blood, urine, and other samples as needed.
• Prepare and maintain reagents and chemical inventory.
• General laboratory maintenance of general and specialized laboratory instrumentation including various types of microscopes and slide scanners.
• Assists in training new employees on technical procedures as assigned in standard methods, practices, procedures, and equipment operations.
• Additional duties include completing general lab tasks, preventive maintenance and quality control. Maintaining a clean working area and adheres to proper safety techniques and procedures. Performs miscellaneous related duties as required.
• Ensure compliance with GCP/GLP guidelines

More about You

• Registered HT (ASCP) or Associate's degree in a chemical, physical or biological science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution including clinical laboratory training in an approved MLT program with eligibility to sit for the registry exam.
• Ability to execute sample handling and analysis with strict adherence to laboratory methods and SOPs.
• Knowledge of histology techniques (both general and specialized), cryostat-microtomy, microscopy and slide scanners. Experience with muscle and nerve tissue samples preferred.
• Necropsy skill is highly desired.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly across multiple parties, problem solve complex issues, and plan and develop new procedures or policies with initiative to complete all assignments.
• Desire to work in a high-functioning, collaborative team.
• Experience with computer productivity software (i.e. Word, Excel, etc.)
• Image analysis skill is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Desire to work in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment and to make a difference in the lives of people through our innovative medicines.
• Recognized by former peers, collea