Automation & Assays Research Associate - High-Throughput Lab

Prime Medicine, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Medicine, Inc. is seeking a Research Associate to join the Automation & Assays team within our Technical Development & Operations group to support high-throughput testing of research and process development samples using automated liquid handling systems.

The position emphasizes hands-on bench work, strict SOP adherence, and data recording in Benchling, with collaboration across programs and clear opportunities to grow in industrial biotechnology.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree preferred.
• 3–5+ years of hands-on wet-lab experience following SOPs.
• Proficiency with pipetting, dilutions and solution preparation.
• Experience with plate-based assays (ELISA or cell-based) is a plus; prior use of automated equipment is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and data integrity.
• Able to manage time effectively and work in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine testing and analysis of R&D samples on automated systems.
• Follow SOPs, SOEs, and assay procedures; escalate deviations as needed.
• Record work accurately in Benchling per data integrity practices.
• Prepare reagents, buffers, and assay-ready plates; maintain cell cultures.
• Support lab operations: inventory management, consumables, and equipment upkeep.
• Generate basic data summaries and present results to the team.
• Support reagent and sample logistics: receipt, labeling, and storage.
• Contribute to a safe, compliant lab and learn new skills and processes.

Skills

Pipetting

Dilutions

Solution preparation

Data integrity

ELISA

Cell-based assays

Independent work

Attention to detail

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in Biology/Biochemistry or related life-science field preferred

Tools

Benchling

Automated liquid handling systems

ELISA plate reader

Job description

Prime Medicine, Inc. is seeking a Research Associate to join the Automation & Assays team within our Technical Development & Operations group to support high-throughput testing of research and process development samples using automated liquid handling systems.

The position emphasizes hands-on bench work, strict SOP adherence, and data recording in Benchling, with collaboration across programs and clear opportunities to grow in industrial biotechnology.