Research Associate, In Vitro Neurotechnology & Neuronal Cultures

merge.io; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Merge Labs seeks a Research Associate to develop and characterize neuronal models for ultrasound-based molecular actuation. You will establish neuronal culture systems, introduce engineered constructs, and evaluate expression, localization, and function, working with biology and in vivo teams to guide tool optimization.

The role requires hands-on neuronal culture expertise, experience with transfection or viral transduction, and strong data recording and communication skills in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Bioengineering, Neuroscience, or related field.
• Hands-on neuronal culture experience (primary, iPSC-derived, slices).
• Experience with transfection, viral transduction, microscopy, or cell-based assays.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain neuronal culture systems.
• Perform transfections and viral transductions to introduce constructs.
• Execute microscopy and cell-based assays to assess expression and function.
• Collaborate with molecular biology, neuroscience, and in vivo teams to design experiments and optimize tools.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate results across teams.

Skills

Neuronal culture

Transfection

Viral transduction

Microscopy

Data interpretation

Collaboration

Documentation

Education

BS or MS in Bioengineering, Neuroscience, or related field

Tools

Transfection methods

Viral transduction

Microscopy

Cell-based assays

Job description

Merge Labs seeks a Research Associate to develop and characterize neuronal models for ultrasound-based molecular actuation. You will establish neuronal culture systems, introduce engineered constructs, and evaluate expression, localization, and function, working with biology and in vivo teams to guide tool optimization.

The role requires hands-on neuronal culture expertise, experience with transfection or viral transduction, and strong data recording and communication skills in a fast-paced,