Biotech Research Associate, Microbiology & High-Throughput

Activate; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Concerto Biosciences is seeking a Research Associate to join its R&D team in the Cambridge/Boston area. You will collect microbes, design and perform microbiology experiments, and support high-throughput screening using the kChip platform. Strong documentation and teamwork are essential.

Lab experience is required while ongoing growth and skill development are supported. On-site work in Cambridge, MA, with opportunities to advance in a fast-paced startup environment.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or related field.
• Experience in a microbiology or biology-adjacent lab (can be concurrent with degree).
• Experience with foundational biology techniques (pipetting, handling chemicals, waste management).
• Experience with microbiology (growth assays) and/or molecular biology techniques (PCR, cloning).
• Strong teamwork and independent work capability.
• Excellent written and oral communication and data documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support expansion of biobanks by isolating and characterizing microbes from samples.
• Conduct microbiology experiments including growth assays and microscopy.
• Perform DNA/RNA extraction and qPCR.
• Assist with high-throughput screening using kChip technology.
• Maintain meticulous notes and data in the LIMS system.
• Order supplies and help with lab organization.
• Collaborate with product development on fermentation and manufacturing tasks.

Skills

Biology lab skills

Molecular biology

Pipetting & liquid handling

Data documentation

Team collaboration

Oral/written communication

Education

BS in Biology or related field

Tools

LIMS experience

PCR

qPCR

Job description

Concerto Biosciences is seeking a Research Associate to join its R&D team in the Cambridge/Boston area. You will collect microbes, design and perform microbiology experiments, and support high-throughput screening using the kChip platform. Strong documentation and teamwork are essential.

Lab experience is required while ongoing growth and skill development are supported. On-site work in Cambridge, MA, with opportunities to advance in a fast-paced startup environment.