Drug Discovery Research Associate (Structural Biology)

Treelinebiosciences; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Treeline Biosciences in Watertown, MA is seeking a Research Associate to support drug discovery projects, delivering high-quality scientific data and insights to drive small molecule programs.

The role involves performing crystallography and biophysical experiments, communicating results to Lead Discovery teams, and leading lab equipment operation/maintenance for efficient operations. A BS/MS with 2+ years life sciences experience is required.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in biology/biochemistry/chemistry with relevant lab experience.
• Experience operating standard lab equipment and performing protocols.
• Proficiency in pipetting, buffer prep, and general lab techniques.
• Experience with protein expression or activity/binding assays.
• Familiarity with X-ray crystallography workflows or related biophysics.
• Experience collaborating in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Support Structural Biology and Biophysics teams to provide insights for drug programs.
• Coordinate with Lab Operations and external vendors to ensure smooth lab operations.
• Collaborate with protein sciences, biochemistry, and mass spectrometry experts to characterize ligand binding and SAR.

Skills

Lab equipment operation

Data recording and analysis

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Scientific communication

Attention to detail

Ability to meet timelines

X-ray crystallography familiarity

Biophysical assay experience

Python/Shell scripting

Education

BS./M.S. degree in biology/biochemistry/chemistry

Tools

Liquid handlers

Automated imagers

Microscopes

Linux environment

Job description

Treeline Biosciences in Watertown, MA is seeking a Research Associate to support drug discovery projects, delivering high-quality scientific data and insights to drive small molecule programs.

The role involves performing crystallography and biophysical experiments, communicating results to Lead Discovery teams, and leading lab equipment operation/maintenance for efficient operations. A BS/MS with 2+ years life sciences experience is required.