Research Associate II, Technical Operations (Seattle Onsite)

aalphabio; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A-Alpha Bio is seeking a Research Associate II to support our Technical Operations team’s AlphaSeq assay execution. You will perform DNA library construction, yeast transformations, sequencing workflows, and cell sorting to interrogate protein-protein interactions.

The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills and a detail-oriented approach to executing screening assays at scale. Relocation to Seattle, WA is required as this role is onsite and exempt.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 2+ years of postbaccalaureate lab experience in biotech.
• Proficiency in standard molecular biology techniques including DNA extractions, qPCR, Gibson assembly, and fragment analysis.
• Experience with multi-parametric flow cytometry.
• Experience in high-throughput screening or manufacturing environments.
• Experience with LIMS/ELN systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute DNA library construction.
• Perform yeast transformation and matings, cell sorting, and flow cytometry.
• Execute DNA library preparation and sequencing workflows on Illumina and ONT platforms.
• Support the development and optimization of standard operating procedures for existing and new experimental workflows.
• Develop a foundational understanding of and executional expertise in Technical Operations methods.
• May contribute to project teams, execute project-related tasks, and/or train new Research Associates.

Skills

DNA library construction

Flow cytometry

Molecular biology techniques

LIMS ELN experience

Lab automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Benchling

Illumina sequencing

ONT sequencing

LIMS/ELN software

Job description

A-Alpha Bio is seeking a Research Associate II to support our Technical Operations team’s AlphaSeq assay execution. You will perform DNA library construction, yeast transformations, sequencing workflows, and cell sorting to interrogate protein-protein interactions.

The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills and a detail-oriented approach to executing screening assays at scale. Relocation to Seattle, WA is required as this role is onsite and exempt.