Associate Scientist with Cell-Based Assays, GraphPad/Prism/Genedata, High-Throughput

Aequor; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequor seeks an Associate Scientist to perform routine biochemical and cell-based assays onsite in South San Francisco, CA. The 12-month contract (W2) requires a Bachelor's degree in biology or related field and at least 2 years of laboratory experience.

The role involves preparing reagents, operating high-throughput instruments such as Echo/MultiDrop, data recording, and providing results to the project team.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

cell culture

assay execution

data analysis

troubleshooting

Education

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

Master's degree with 5 years of relevant experience

Tools

GraphPad Prism

Genedata Screener

Echo liquid dispenser

Multidrop dispenser

Job description

Associate Scientist with Cell-Based Assays, GraphPad/Prism/Genedata, High-Throughput and Cell Culture Experience (Onsite Job in South San Francisco, CA)

Terms: Contract W2 Only

Duration : 12 Months Contract (Will Get Extended for Long)

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.

Skill Sets:

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