Research Associate, Beta Islet Media Prep

Skills Alliance Enterprise; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Skills Alliance Enterprise in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Research Associate to join the Beta Islet Team. You will perform media preparation, reconstitute growth factors, and support differentiation of pluripotent stem cells into beta islet cells, following established protocols.

The ideal candidate has 2–3+ years in cell biology with strong organization, communication, and troubleshooting skills in a fast-paced lab. Data quality and biosafety compliance are emphasized.

Qualifications

• BA/MA or MS in cell biology, stem cell biology, biotechnology, or related fields.
• 2–3+ years of post-graduate academic or industry experience in cell biology, stem cell biology, biotechnology, or related fields.
• Experience in media preparation, cell culture, or related workflows desired.
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills with consistent protocol adherence.
• Ability to manage time efficiently across multiple preparation tasks in fast-paced environments.
• Clear communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team setting.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and independent problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with beta cell or stem cell differentiation workflow is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Independently prepare culture media and reconstitute small molecules/growth factors for beta islet cell differentiation.
• Closely adhere to reagent prep protocols and document workflows within batch records.
• Label, track, and manage prepared media and reconstituted factors systematically.
• Monitor inventory of media components and generate order requests as needed to maintain uninterrupted workflow.
• Participate in continuous improvement of media preparation workflow, including scaling and process optimization.
• Collaborate with the beta islet cell differentiation team to ensure reagent preps are aligned with project timelines and program goals.
• Assure compliance with all relevant lab safety and biosafety regulations.

Education

BA/MA or MS in cell biology or related field

Tools

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Job description

Skills Alliance Enterprise in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Research Associate to join the Beta Islet Team. You will perform media preparation, reconstitute growth factors, and support differentiation of pluripotent stem cells into beta islet cells, following established protocols.

The ideal candidate has 2–3+ years in cell biology with strong organization, communication, and troubleshooting skills in a fast-paced lab. Data quality and biosafety compliance are emphasized.