Biology Research Associate - Benchtop Scientist in AI Lab

Anthropic Limited; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Anthropic is hiring Research Associates to join our Life Sciences team in a hands-on bench role, executing molecular biology and biochemistry experiments while learning advanced techniques. You will work directly with senior scientists in a fast-moving, collaborative environment, with training provided and opportunities to apply AI-assisted methods.

This entry-level position is ideal for candidates who completed undergrad or masters work and are considering pursuing a PhD in Life Sciences, with

Qualifications

• A BS or MS in molecular biology, biochemistry, chemical biology, microbiology, bioengineering, or a related discipline.
• Protein expression and purification experience (e.g., affinity, SEC, IEX).
• Mammalian cell culture experience, including transfection and stable line maintenance.
• Enzyme kinetics or quantitative biochemical assay development (fluorescence, absorbance, FRET).
• Next-generation sequencing library preparation experience.
• Familiarity with common bioinformatics workflows and molecular biology software (e.g., sequence analysis, alignment, primer and construct design).
• Experience using AI tools such as Claude in a research setting — for literature review, protocol drafting, data interpretation, or experimental troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Execute molecular biology and biochemistry experiments at the bench under the direction of senior scientists
• Maintain meticulous, reproducible records and contribute to shared protocols
• Troubleshoot experiments, propose adjustments, and present results clearly in group meetings
• Maintain mammalian and bacterial cell lines, materials stocks, and reagent inventories
• Learn and adopt new techniques rapidly as projects evolve, with training provided
• Have hands‑on research experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, or a closely related field
• Are proficient with foundational molecular biology techniques: PCR, gel electrophoresis, molecular cloning, and plasmid preparation
• Have experience with aseptic technique and bacterial or mammalian cell culture, and with nucleic acid extraction, purification, and quantification
• Follow, document, and adapt experimental protocols with care and precision
• Are highly motivated, eager to learn, and energized by hands‑on bench work
• Are practical and resourceful — you’d rather find a way through than a reason it can’t be done
• Listen carefully, take feedback well, ask good questions, and are comfortable when priorities shift quickly
• Are excited to use AI models as a tool at the bench to plan experiments, interpret data, and decide what to try next

Skills

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Cell culture

PCR

AI tools in research

Education

BS or MS in molecular biology or related field

Tools

Bioinformatics software

Job description

Anthropic is hiring Research Associates to join our Life Sciences team in a hands-on bench role, executing molecular biology and biochemistry experiments while learning advanced techniques. You will work directly with senior scientists in a fast-moving, collaborative environment, with training provided and opportunities to apply AI-assisted methods.

This entry-level position is ideal for candidates who completed undergrad or masters work and are considering pursuing a PhD in Life Sciences, with