Torrey Pines Institute for Molecular Studies (TPIMS) is located on the General Atomics campus in the heart of San Diego's biotechnology industry, near The Scripps Research Institute, the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, and the University of California, San Diego.

The work environment at TPIMS is one that fosters learning, training, development, and mentoring. The organization recognizes and values the diversity of its human capital and strives to provide a culture of mutual respect and an atmosphere that promotes collaboration, teamwork, and personal and professional growth.

TPIMS offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.

TPIMS does not accept unsolicited resumes from individuals interested in future employment. Applicants must be applying for available posted positions and must follow the application procedures outlined.

Unless otherwise noted in the job posting, applicants must reference the job number of the position and submit a resume, as follows:

Email: careers@tpims.org
Fax: 858.455.3976 or
Mail to: 3550 General Atomics Court, 2-129; San Diego, CA 92121-1122

TPIMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Torrey Pines Institute for Molecular Studies (TPIMS) is seeking a full-time Assistant Controller who will be responsible for the implementation and oversight of the daily general accounting activities at the San Diego location.

Essential job duties and responsibilities for this position include:

• Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to general and subsidiary ledger accounts.
• Plans and implements improvements in technology and automation of systems and processes and considers procedural changes to maximize efficiency of operations and/or services.
• Supervises and participates in the preparation of various financial statements and reports.
• Prepares monthly billings for contracts, subcontracts, sublease tenants, and others.
• Prepares/reviews grant and contract financial reports for governmental and/or private granting agencies.
• Ensures timely reconciliation of bank accounts and general ledger accounts.
• Coordinates and oversees monthly financial close.
• Maintains cash flow forecast; Monitors accounts payable and receivable.
• Maintains records of donor funds and restrictions.
• Prepares accurate and timely financial reports.
• Monitors compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Monitors and documents accounting policies and procedures and key controls.
• Prepares schedules and provides support for the annual financial and compliance audits.
• Installs, modifies, documents, and coordinates implementation of accounting systems and accounting control procedures, and develops procedures to improve existing systems.
• Collects data and assists in the preparation of federal, state, and local reports and tax returns.
• Supervises two accounting department staff.
• Other specific duties as assigned and as outlined in the detailed job description.

Education, Certifications, and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a related field
• 5-7 years of relevant accounting/auditing experience
• Certified Public Accountant is preferred
• Prior experience in the non-profit sector is preferred

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities, and Attributes Required

• Advanced level Excel
• Demonstrated ability to automate and improve systems and processes
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of GAAP and OMB Circular A-122
• Experience with MIP or equivalent not-for-profit accounting software
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy
• Ability to work very independently and with limited direction
• Highly developed organizational skills
• Customer service-oriented; Team player; Responsible, reliable and professional
• Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

To apply, please send a resume by email to careers@tpims.org or by fax to the human resources office at 858.455.3976 and reference job #MA-050708.

TPIMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Torrey Pines Institute for Molecular Studies is seeking a part-time Lab Assistant to assist in performing basic laboratory tasks, including culture bacteria; making large quantities of plasmid DNA (maxiprep); running DNA electrophoresis gels and taking photos; DNA restriction digests; quantifying DNA concentration by spectrophotometer and DNA electrophoresis gels; making bacterial culture medium, bacterial culture plates, and other lab buffers; autoclaving sterilization procedure; and autoclaving biohazardous waste.

Candidates must be pursuing a degree in the sciences, preferably a Biology major student with microbiology and molecular biology lab experience.

To apply, please send a resume by email to careers@tpims.org or by fax to the human resources office at 858.455.3976 and reference job #JB-041008.

TPIMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Torrey Pines Institute for Molecular Studies is recruiting for a Research Administrative Assistant who will be responsible for assisting assigned Principal Investigators with daily tasks, including but not limited to: compiling and typing grant application forms, ensuring that grant instructions and procedures are explicitly adhered to prior to review by the grants office and ultimate electronic or manual submission to governmental and other granting agencies; maintaining journal databases; providing back-up to the purchasing associate in ordering laboratory and other supplies for the PI or other authorized lab staff as may be necessary; scheduling appointments; distributing and routing incoming mail; composing and typing routine correspondence; filing; responding to telephone inquires, routing calls, and/or taking messages; greeting visitors; arranging travel schedules, registrations, and reservations; making copies; preparing outgoing mail and overnight courier packages; providing coverage in the shipping and receiving office when required.

This position will also provide administrative and clerical assistance for the scientific seminar series hosted by the Institute and coordinates the scheduling, communication and details relating to hosting vendor visits and shows for scientific staff.

Successful candidates will possess a Bachelor's Degree (B.S. or B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or two to four years of related experience and/or training; or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Extreme attention to detail; strong command of English grammar; and the ability to function as a team-player are absolutely essential.

To apply, please reference job #KG-040708 and send a resume by email to careers@tpims.org
or by fax to the human resources office at 858.455.3976 or mail to: 3550 General Atomics Court,
San Diego, CA 92121.

TPIMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Torrey Pines Institute for Molecular Studies is seeking a part-time to possible full-time Research Technician to perform work involving studies to determine the mechanisms for the transport of free fatty acids across cell membranes.  Duties will include maintaining cell cultures, subcellular fractionation, lipid vesicle development, lipid biochemistry, and fluorescence imaging and spectroscopy.

Candidates must have a B.S. degree in Biophysics, Biochemistry, Biology or Cell Biology with 0-2 years of experience.

To apply, please reference job #AK-050608 and send a resume by email to careers@tpims.org
or by fax to the human resources office at 858.455.3976 or mail to: 3550 General Atomics Court,
San Diego, CA 92121.

TPIMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

TPIMS has an approved Exchange Visitor program in place which allows research scholars from other countries to come to the United States on a J-1 Visa sponsored by TPIMS. Scholars may conduct research at TPIMS for a period of three months to three years. Successful candidates will have a recent Ph.D. in or relating to the disciplines of Chemistry, Biochemistry, Immunology, Molecular Biology, or Microbiology.