Senior Research Associate

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking a Senior Research Associate for a contract position in Pasadena, CA. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge neuroscience research with a premier client.

You will carry out, optimize, and develop assays, establish SOPs, and report progress. Approximately 80% of hours are spent in the laboratory, supporting gene circuit and protein expression studies in cell lines and disease models.

Qualifications

• BS/MS degree with relevant experience in biochemical/biomedical research, neuroscience, or related disciplines.
• Experience with basic molecular biology techniques (DNA/RNA/protein extraction).
• Experience with protein assays such as ELISAs and Western Blots.
• Experience in phage display, antibody production and/or purification, AAV work, molecular biology, iPSC culture, or Transwell systems.
• Experience performing and troubleshooting laboratory assays, with the ability to document work and maintain detailed laboratory notes.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills, and the ability to contribute independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage timelines and contribute to a collaborative, fast-paced startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out, optimize, and develop laboratory assays to support research programs.
• Establish and maintain written SOPs and detailed laboratory notes.
• Evaluate gene circuit functionality in cell lines and, as applicable, in vivo disease models.
• Document experiments, troubleshoot procedures, and report progress to team members.
• Collaborate with company leadership and scientists on laboratory projects.

Skills

Molecular biology

Protein assays

ELISA

Western blot

Cell culture

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

BS/MS in biochemical/biomedical research

Neuroscience background

Tools

DNA/RNA extraction

ELISA kits

Western Blot

Job description

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Senior Research Associate for contract position at a cutting-edge client in Pasadena, CA. If you’re passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Pay: $48/hr

Schedule: Mon-Fri Day shift

Overview

This client is a precision neuroscience startup developing genetic therapies for serious diseases with significant unmet medical needs. The team is developing genetic circuits designed to control protein expression.

In this role, you will carry out, optimize, and develop assays; establish written SOPs; and report progress to team members. Laboratory work will support evaluation of gene circuit functionality, including expression levels and protein localization or efficacy, in cell lines and, as applicable, in vivo disease models. Approximately 80% of work hours will involve laboratory activities.

Responsibilities:

• Carry out, optimize, and develop laboratory assays to support research programs.
• Establish and maintain written SOPs and detailed laboratory notes.
• Evaluate gene circuit functionality in
• cell lines and, as applicable, in vivo disease models.
• Document experiments, troubleshoot procedures, and report progress to team members.
• Collaborate with company leadership and scientists on laboratory projects.

Qualifications:

• BS/MS degree with relevant experience in biochemical/biomedical research, neuroscience, or related disciplines
• Experience with basic molecular biology techniques (DNA/RNA/protein extraction
• Experience with protein assays such as ELISAs and Western Blots
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: phage display, antibody production and/or purification, AAV work, molecular biology, iPSC culture, or Transwell systems.
• Experience performing and troubleshooting laboratory assays, with the ability to document work and maintain detailed laboratory notes.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills, and the ability to contribute independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage timelines and contribute to a collaborative, fast-paced startup environment.

What happens next:

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry – even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means our team of expert Science & Clinical recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.