Cell Therapy Research Associate (Contractor)

Obsidian Therapeutics, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Obsidian Therapeutics, Inc. seeks a motivated Research Associate (Contractor) to support discovery and translational research in our Cambridge, MA cell therapy group. You'll perform mammalian cell culture, execute cellular assays, and document results to advance preclinical goals.

This on-site role relocates to Bedford, MA in Q2 2027 as our MA footprint expands. Candidates should have a biology-related degree and hands-on lab experience, with collaborative teamwork and strong data recording

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Immunology, Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Biomedical Engineering or related field with 1+ years lab experience.
• Skilled in mammalian cell culture techniques and plate-based assays.
• Experience with ELN for data recording and documentation.
• Strong organization, independence, and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex mammalian cell culture, including maintenance, expansion, cryopreservation, and characterization.
• Execute plate-based assays to assess phenotype, viability, proliferation and function.
• Document procedures and results in ELN with accuracy.
• Analyze data and present findings to project teams clearly.
• Collaborate with scientists to support research and assay optimization.
• Maintain inventory, equipment and reagents, adhering to safety protocols.
• Contribute to troubleshooting and improvement of lab workflows.
• Support generation of high-quality data under tight timelines.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

ELISA

Cytokine detection

ELN data recording

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field

Tools

ELN software

Flow cytometry

Benchling

Incucyte

GraphPad Prism

Job description

Obsidian Therapeutics, Inc. seeks a motivated Research Associate (Contractor) to support discovery and translational research in our Cambridge, MA cell therapy group. You'll perform mammalian cell culture, execute cellular assays, and document results to advance preclinical goals.

This on-site role relocates to Bedford, MA in Q2 2027 as our MA footprint expands. Candidates should have a biology-related degree and hands-on lab experience, with collaborative teamwork and strong data recording