Senior Microbiome R&D Associate | Equity

BiomeSense; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity + benefits

In-person role

Job summary

BiomeSense in Chicago is seeking a Sr. Research Associate to advance our automated sample processing workflows for a multiomic platform. This in-person role focuses on nucleic acid extraction, PCR, and sequencing, contributing to rapid, high-quality data generation.

You will design experiments, document rigorously, and collaborate with engineers and product teams to push technology forward while upholding GLP-like quality and design controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years in biological sciences, bioengineering, or related field.
• Hands-on core microbiology techniques, nucleic acid extraction, PCR and NGS sample prep.
• Strong ownership, proactive attitude and clear cross-functional communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize microbiology protocols for high-throughput nucleic acid extraction, PCR and NGS workflows.
• Collaborate with engineers and product teams to validate microbial DNA stabilization, extraction and purification.
• Manage intake, processing and sequencing of large partner sample volumes with accuracy and efficiency.
• Design experiments to retire technical risks and drive process improvements for platform tech.
• Maintain rigorous documentation and implement quality systems (GLP, design controls).
• Communicate experimental design, results and observations to cross-functional teams.

Skills

Core microbiology techniques

Nucleic acid extraction

PCR

NGS sample preparation

Organizational skills

Ownership & communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 3 years in biological sciences / bioengineering

Job description

BiomeSense in Chicago is seeking a Sr. Research Associate to advance our automated sample processing workflows for a multiomic platform. This in-person role focuses on nucleic acid extraction, PCR, and sequencing, contributing to rapid, high-quality data generation.

You will design experiments, document rigorously, and collaborate with engineers and product teams to push technology forward while upholding GLP-like quality and design controls.