Senior Research Associate (Molecular)

Planet Pharma; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma seeks a Senior Research Associate in California to support antibody therapeutics development. You will perform molecular biology workflows (PCR, cloning), process primary cells, and work with microbes (E. coli, Saccharomyces).

You’ll help with data analysis and present findings to project teams, contributing to product development in a fast-paced environment. You should have a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field and 3+ years (or 2+ years for a Master’s) of related experience,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline.
• Experience with molecular biology techniques (PCR, cloning, nucleic acid extraction).
• Ability to design and execute experiments with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Plan for and perform a wide range of experimental molecular biology techniques, including PCR, cloning, and nucleic acid extraction
• Processing primary cell samples
• Flow cytometry
• Work with E. coli and Saccharomyces cerevisiae
• Contribute to new product development
• Compile and analyze test data for study reports and prepare & present PowerPoint presentations
• Document and communicate results in a comprehensive and accurate manner
• Coordinate activities with functional groups and project teams
• Discuss experiments and present data to project team members

Skills

PCR

Cloning

Nucleic acid extraction

Microsoft Office

Experiment design

Multitask

Problem solving

Lifting 25 pounds

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary: Our team discovers and develops next-generation recombinant antibody therapeutics. Our core technology utilizes a microfluidic droplet system to capture and immortalize diverse immune repertoires, which can then be mined for exceptional monoclonals or enriched and used as high-potency polyclonal therapeutics. We have two products in clinical trials and a broad preclinical pipeline targeting infectious and autoimmune diseases.

We are seeking a talented and highly motivated Senior Research Associate to support our diverse antibody therapeutics pipeline. This position will offer exposure to drug development, from early research through development/manufacturing, with ample opportunity to learn new methods, design experiments, and present your work.”

Primary responsibilities for role:

• Plan for and perform a wide range of experimental molecular biology techniques, including PCR, cloning, and nucleic acid extraction
• Processing primary cell samples
• Flow cytometry
• Work with E. coli and Saccharomyces cerevisiae
• Contribute to new product development
• Compile and analyze test data for study reports and prepare & present PowerPoint presentations
• Document and communicate results in a comprehensive and accurate manner
• Coordinate activities with functional groups and project teams
• Discuss experiments and present data to project team members

Knowlege, Skills, and Abilities:

• “* Proficiency in one or more of the following molecular biology techniques: PCR, cloning, nucleic acid extraction
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to design and execute experiments with minimal technical supervision
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated flexibility and problem-solving activities
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline

Exp:

3+ years (Bachelor’s), 2+ years (Master’s)

Pay Rate: $30-45/hr