Senior Research Scientist - Precision CNS Gene Therapy

Stealth Mode Biotech - Pasadena, CA; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Stealth Mode Biotech in Pasadena, CA seeks a Research Associate – Scientist I to join a stealth precision CNS startup. You will perform assays, optimize protocols, establish SOPs, and report progress to the team, contributing to a CNS therapeutic candidate.

In vitro gene circuit expression and protein localization will be assessed across cell lines and in disease-model mice. The role offers hands-on startup experience and opportunities to grow with the company.

Qualifications

• BS/MS degree in biochemical/biomedical research or neuroscience; PhD a bonus but not required.
• Experience with DNA/RNA/protein extraction and quantification; PCR and cloning.
• Experience with ELISAs and Western blots for protein analysis.
• Ability to deliver on timelines; strong organization and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out, optimize, and develop assays; establish written SOPs; report progress to team.
• Laboratory activities to establish gene circuit functionality in vitro and in vivo.
• Collaborate with leadership to advance CNS delivery research.

Skills

DNA/RNA/protein extraction

PCR

Cloning

ELISA

Western blot

In vivo mouse work

AAV delivery

Transwell systems

RNAseq / scRNAseq

Bioinformatic tools

Synthetic biology

Antibody engineering

Phage display

Neuron cell lines derivation

Delivery on timelines

Communication and presentation

Collaboration

Education

BS/MS degree in biochemical/biomedical research or neuroscience

PhD is a bonus

Tools

Bioinformatic tools

Job description

Stealth Mode Biotech in Pasadena, CA seeks a Research Associate – Scientist I to join a stealth precision CNS startup. You will perform assays, optimize protocols, establish SOPs, and report progress to the team, contributing to a CNS therapeutic candidate.

In vitro gene circuit expression and protein localization will be assessed across cell lines and in disease-model mice. The role offers hands-on startup experience and opportunities to grow with the company.