Research Associate, Surface Chemistry | Element Biosciences

Element Biosciences; United States; Remote; USD 69,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Research Associate in Surface Chemistry, where you'll support groundbreaking research in a BSL2 lab. This role offers the chance to cultivate your skills in mammalian cell culture and assay development while working in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, possesses a strong scientific background, and is eager to contribute to innovative projects that impact the scientific community. With competitive compensation and benefits, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful difference in research.

Benefits

Stock Options

Discretionary Annual Bonus

No Cost Health Insurance Plans

401k with Company Match

Flexible Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field is required.
• 0-2 years of lab experience, preferably in mammalian cell culture.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine mammalian cell culture and prepare cells for assays.
• Support assay development and document research progress.

Skills

Mammalian Cell Culture

NGS Technologies

Statistical Skills

Creative Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biology

Bachelor's Degree in Molecular Biology

Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry

Bachelor's Degree in Bioengineering

Job description

At Element Biosciences, we are passionate about our mission to empower the scientific community with more freedom and flexibility to accelerate our collective impact on humanity. We have built a highly efficient product-driven organization where employees can learn, grow, and thrive in a challenging but encouraging environment. We are committed to scientific integrity, collegiality, honesty, objectivity, and openness.

We are seeking a Research Associate, Surface Chemistry, who has a curious mind and a great desire to learn new techniques in new areas of study to join our interdisciplinary research team. You will be supporting our research and development efforts in a BSL2 laboratory. Your primary responsibility will be culturing, maintaining, and preparing cells for downstream applications. The preferred candidate will have scientific research lab experience, demonstrated by any combination of prior curricular, extracurricular undergraduate research lab work, scientific paper, poster, or presentations. This role will report to our Senior Scientist and will be a San Diego based, on-site role.

If you possess the following and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to explore this role.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Perform routine mammalian cell culture, including maintenance, passaging, and harvesting of cells
• Prepare cells for downstream assays by following established protocols
• Support assay development efforts to gain insights into cell-solid surface interaction mechanisms
• Ensure proper handling and disposal of biological materials in accordance with BSL2 safety guidelines
• Assist in troubleshooting problems in experiments in terms of assay design, protocol, and reagents based on knowledge obtained from training or literature
• Document research progresses in the form of internal and external publications

Education and Experience:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, bioengineering or similar fields
• 0-2 years of relevant experience (undergraduate research experiences are highly preferred)
• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture techniques from coursework, internships, or research projects
• Previous experience in a BSL2 lab is a plus but not required
• Ability to produce high quality work with great attention to detail in a fast pace and efficient manner
• Basic understanding of NGS technologies
• Basic algebraic, statistical, and mathematical skills are required
• Creative and independent thinker; excellent communication skills; good team worker; ability to multitask and work independently; and ability to find creative solutions to problems are required

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
• The position requires physical activity and the handling of chemicals. Candidates are required to follow the safety protocols and be familiar with personal protective equipment (PPE) while working in the laboratory environment

Location:

• San Diego – onsite

Travel:

• Up to 5% - or as opportunity arises

Job Type:

• Full-time, Exempt

Base Compensation Pay Range:

• $69,000 - $85,000

In addition to base compensation noted above, you will be eligible for stock options, discretionary annual bonus, no cost health insurance plans, 401k with company match, and flexible paid time off.

Please note: Base compensation will depend on multiple factors, including geographic location, qualifications, and experience.

We foster an environment such that all people are afforded the freedom to pursue their passions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.