High Throughput Biology Senior Research Associate

Vertex Pharmaceuticals; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 75,200 - 112,800; Full time

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals in San Diego is seeking a High Throughput Biology Senior Research Associate to join our Human Cell Core. You will help maintain and expand primary human cells at scale and operate automation-enabled cell culture platforms to enable scalable biology workflows.

The role requires meticulous execution, collaboration within a team, and the ability to troubleshoot instrumentation while planning experiments and presenting findings in group settings.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in biological sciences or related field with 0–2 years of lab experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or related field with 4+ years of lab experience.
• Experience culturing primary human cells or stem cells.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and expand primary human cells at scale.
• Operate automation-enabled cell culture platforms.
• Plan experiments and scale cell models and technologies.
• Troubleshoot complex instrument issues.
• Present findings at internal group meetings.

Skills

Cell culture

Troubleshooting

Laboratory instrumentation

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Master’s degree in biological sciences

Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences

Job description

## High Throughput Biology Senior Research AssociateApplylocations: San Diego, CAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-29583**Job Description**Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Research Associate to join our Human Cell Core, contributing to the development and execution of advanced human cell models at scale. The successful candidate will work in a team setting, maintaining and expanding primary human cells at scale and operating automation-enabled cell culture platforms. Success in this position requires a high degree of reliability, attention to detail, adaptability, problem solving skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment. **Key Responsibilities*** Work collaboratively as a team to maintain and expand primary human cells at scale* Operate state-of-the-art instrumentation and liquid handling equipment to support human cells at scale* Participate in planning experiments and execute new ideas to scale cell models and technologies* Recognize problems and conduct troubleshooting on a routine basis* Conducts complex, multi-component experiments independently* Clearly and effectively communicate information within the team and present at internal group meetings**Knowledge and Skills:*** Experience working with laboratory instrumentation including complex troubleshooting* Experience with techniques required to culture primary human cells and/or stem cells* Excellent communication skills and adaptive to a time-line driven work environment* Excellent multitasking skills, attention to detail and ability to work in a collaborative environment* Ability and willingness to work rotating weekend shifts and holidays according to business needs**Minimum Qualifications*** Master’s degree in biological sciences or related field and 0-2 years’ experience in a research laboratory* Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or related field and 4+ years’ experience in a research laboratory#LI-KM1#LI-Onsite**Pay Range:**$75,200 - $112,800**Disclosure Statement:**The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.**Flex Designation:**On-Site Designated**Flex Eligibility Status:**In this **On-Site** designated role, you will work **five days per week on-site** with ad hoc flexibility. Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.