Onsite Associate Scientist - High-Throughput Cell Assays

Aequor; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequor seeks an Associate Scientist to perform routine biochemical and cell-based assays onsite in South San Francisco, CA. The 12-month contract (W2) requires a Bachelor's degree in biology or related field and at least 2 years of laboratory experience.

The role involves preparing reagents, operating high-throughput instruments such as Echo/MultiDrop, data recording, and providing results to the project team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular and cell biology, biochemistry, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Experience following experimental protocols and documenting laboratory work.

Responsibilities

• Execute routine biochemical and cell-based assays according to established protocols.
• Prepare reagents, samples, and assay materials; operate high-throughput laboratory equipment and assay instruments.
• Record, organize, and review experimental data, and communicate results and observations to the team.
• Analyze assay data and contribute to summaries, presentations, and reports.
• Identify and troubleshoot routine experimental or equipment issues, seeking guidance when needed.
• Follow laboratory procedures for safety, documentation, and data quality.
• Coordinate day-to-day assay materials and activities to support timely execution.

Skills

cell culture

assay execution

data analysis

troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular and cell biology, biochemistry, or a related field

Master's degree with 5 years of relevant experience

Tools

GraphPad Prism

Genedata Screener

Echo liquid dispenser

Multidrop dispenser

Job description

Aequor seeks an Associate Scientist to perform routine biochemical and cell-based assays onsite in South San Francisco, CA. The 12-month contract (W2) requires a Bachelor's degree in biology or related field and at least 2 years of laboratory experience.

The role involves preparing reagents, operating high-throughput instruments such as Echo/MultiDrop, data recording, and providing results to the project team.