Associate Scientist (Cell Culture, Cell-Based Assay)

Aequor; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequor is seeking an Associate Scientist for a fully onsite 12-month W2 contract in South San Francisco, CA. The role focuses on performing routine biochemical and cell-based assays, ensuring data quality, and maintaining clear experimental records to support project goals.

Responsibilities include executing assays, preparing reagents, handling high-throughput instruments, analyzing data, and communicating results to the team.

Qualifications

• Requires hands-on experience with biochemical and cell-based assays.
• Experience following established protocols and maintaining records.
• Strong data analysis and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine biochemical and cell-based assays; generate reliable data.
• Prepare reagents and operate high-throughput lab equipment.
• Document data and communicate results to the project team.
• Analyze assay data and contribute to summaries and reports.
• Troubleshoot assay or equipment issues with guidance when needed.
• Ensure safety, documentation, and data quality in the lab.
• Coordinate day-to-day assay materials and activities for timely execution.

Skills

Cell culture

Assay execution

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field

Master’s degree in a related field (preferred)

Tools

Echo liquid dispenser

Multidrop dispenser

GraphPad Prism

Genedata Screener

Job description

Title: Associate Scientist (Onsite Job in South San Francisco, CA)

Terms: Contract W2 Only

Duration: 12 Months Contract assignment (with possible extension)

Description:

Fully onsite at USSF

The Associate Scientist will perform routine biochemical and cell-based assays to generate reliable, reproducible data. This person will follow established protocols, maintain clear experimental records, help troubleshoot assay or equipment issues, and communicate results to the project team.

Key responsibilities

Execute routine biochemical and cell-based assays according to established protocols.

Prepare reagents, samples, and assay materials; operate high-throughput laboratory equipment and assay instruments.

Record, organize, and review experimental data, and communicate results and observations to the team.

Analyze assay data and contribute to summaries, presentations, and reports.

Identify and troubleshoot routine experimental or equipment issues, seeking guidance when needed.

Follow laboratory procedures for safety, documentation, and data quality.

Coordinate day-to-day assay materials and activities to support timely execution.

Bachelor’s degree in biology, molecular and cell biology, biochemistry, or a related field.

At least 2 years of relevant laboratory experience.

Experience following experimental protocols and documenting laboratory work.

Preferred qualifications

Master’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience, or bachelor’s degree with 10 years of relevant experience.

Industry experience in a biopharmaceutical or biotechnology setting.

Experience with high-throughput laboratory instruments, such as Echo liquid dispensers and Multidrop dispensers.

Familiarity with data analysis tools such as GraphPad Prism and Genedata Screener.

Experience with biochemical and cell-based assay execution, data analysis, or troubleshooting.

Top 3 Must Have Skill Sets:

Experience with cell culture, experience running assays, experience with data analysis