Research Assistant in San Diego

Energy Jobline ZR; San Diego (CA); Presencial; USD 70 000 - 98 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

BioPhase seeks a Research Associate to join its In Vitro Biology group in San Diego. You will support evaluation of siRNA and ASO compounds using molecular biology, cell-based assays, and measurements of drug activity.

The role requires hands-on laboratory work, good collaboration with scientists, and ability to interpret data to guide early-stage research decisions in a dynamic environment.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant life sciences discipline.
• At least two years of laboratory experience.
• Familiarity with ELISA, siRNA, antisense oligonucleotides, and gene silencing.
• Relevant experience in molecular biology and cell biology.
• Ability to independently design experiments, analyze data, and interpret and present results.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong quantitative, computational, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in an entrepreneurial, early-stage research environment.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute in vitro assays to evaluate the effects of siRNA and antisense oligonucleotides on RNA transcripts, protein expression, and other project-specific endpoints.
• Perform molecular and cell-based assays, including RNA transfection, RNA and protein isolation, RT-qPCR, RNA sequencing, Western blotting, and fluorescence immunocytochemistry.
• Execute protein chemistry and target-validation protocols, including SDS-PAGE, ELISA, and Western blotting.
• Maintain mammalian cell cultures and support routine cell-based laboratory workflows.
• Collaborate with colleagues on experiments supporting compound validation and technology evaluation.
• Design experiments, analyze complex data, and interpret experimental findings.
• Maintain clear, accurate documentation of experimental methods, workflows, and results.
• Present findings and communicate research updates to colleagues and management.
• Support additional research activities and laboratory responsibilities as needed.

Conhecimentos

Molecular biology

Cell biology

Data analysis

Communication

Experiment design

Formação académica

Bachelor's or Master's in Life Sciences

Ferramentas

ELISA

RNA sequencing

RT-qPCR

SDS-PAGE

Western blot

RNA transfection

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Description

Research Associate

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., with flexibility as needed

Weekly Hours: 40

Reports To: Principal Scientist, Biology

BioPhase is seeking a Research Associate to join an innovative biotechnology company's In Vitro Biology team. This hands-on laboratory role will support the evaluation of siRNA and antisense oligonucleotide (ASO) compounds using molecular biology, cell-based assays, and measurements of drug activity.

The ideal candidate brings at least two years of laboratory experience, strong experimental and analytical skills, and familiarity with gene-silencing technologies. You will collaborate with scientists to validate compounds, evaluate novel technologies, and generate data that supports research decisions in a dynamic, early-stage environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute in vitro assays to evaluate the effects of siRNA and antisense oligonucleotides on RNA transcripts, protein expression, and other project-specific endpoints.
• Perform molecular and cell-based assays, including RNA transfection, RNA and protein isolation, RT-qPCR, RNA sequencing, Western blotting, and fluorescence immunocytochemistry.
• Execute protein chemistry and target-validation protocols, including SDS-PAGE, ELISA, and Western blotting.
• Maintain mammalian cell cultures and support routine cell-based laboratory workflows.
• Collaborate with colleagues on experiments supporting compound validation and technology evaluation.
• Design experiments, analyze complex data, and interpret experimental findings.
• Maintain clear, accurate documentation of experimental methods, workflows, and results.
• Present findings and communicate research updates to colleagues and management.
• Support additional research activities and laboratory responsibilities as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant life sciences discipline.
• At least two years of laboratory experience.
• Familiarity with ELISA, siRNA, antisense oligonucleotides, and gene silencing.
• Relevant experience in molecular biology and cell biology.
• Ability to independently design experiments, analyze data, and interpret and present results.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong quantitative, computational, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in an entrepreneurial, early-stage research environment.

Background

• Biotechnology industry experience is strongly .
• Experience with RNA transfection, mammalian cell culture, RNA and protein isolation, and gene-expression analysis.
• Experience with RT-qPCR, RNA sequencing, ELISA, SDS-PAGE, Western blotting, or fluorescence immunocytochemistry.
• Exposure to in vivo assays or measurements of drug activity.