Biologics Discovery Research Associate II

Salubris Biotherapeutics Inc; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Salubris Biotherapeutics, Inc. in Gaithersburg, MD, is seeking a Senior Research Associate to support discovery and preclinical characterization of novel biologics for CVM diseases.

You will independently execute cell-based and molecular assays in disease-relevant models to drive candidate selection and program decisions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, design and troubleshoot assays, maintain ELN documentation, and contribute to data interpretation for project milestones.

Qualifications

• BS with 3+ years or MS with 1+ years in biology/biochemistry/pharmacology or related field.
• Hands-on mammalian cell culture including primary cells; hepatocytes/adipocytes/macrophages desirable.
• Experience independently running cell-based assays with functional readouts.
• Experience with RNA extraction, RT-qPCR, Western blot and immunoassays (ELISA/MSD).

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and troubleshoot plate-based functional assays (receptor signaling, luciferase reporters).
• Culture and maintain disease-relevant cells and lines.
• Run CVM-specific in vitro models and assays.
• Support in vitro biochemical/biophysical characterization of complex biologics.
• Analyze data with statistics and present at team meetings.
• Maintain assay protocols and ELNs; ensure accurate records.
• Manage inventory and lab operations.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

qPCR

Western blot

ELISA

Data analysis

Documentation

Communication

Education

BS in biology/biochemistry/pharmacology (or related)

MS in biology/biochemistry/pharmacology (or related)

Tools

GraphPad Prism

SoftMax Pro

ELN/LIMS

MS Office

Job description

Salubris Biotherapeutics, Inc. in Gaithersburg, MD, is seeking a Senior Research Associate to support discovery and preclinical characterization of novel biologics for CVM diseases.

You will independently execute cell-based and molecular assays in disease-relevant models to drive candidate selection and program decisions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, design and troubleshoot assays, maintain ELN documentation, and contribute to data interpretation for project milestones.