Sr. Research Associate, Assay Development

Cellanome; Foster City (CA); Presencial; USD 95.000 - 108.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Stock options

Health plans

401(k)

Descripción de la vacante

Cellanome in Foster City, CA is seeking a Sr. Research Associate, Assay Development to execute end-to-end workflows on the Cellanome R3200 platform.

You will process living cells through multi-day assays and convert cells into sequencing-ready libraries, reporting to the Director, Assay Development. Essential duties include following SOPs, troubleshooting with internal teams, and improving assays while maintaining safety and accuracy in a fast-paced startup environment.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in cell biology, molecular biology, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in a laboratory environment with hands-on cell culture and assays.
• Experience with lab automation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow SOPs precisely.

Responsabilidades

• Process samples end to end: prepare and assess cells, set up and monitor instrument runs, perform library prep, QC, and sequencing.
• Follow SOPs precisely and document steps, observations, and deviations in real time.
• Support troubleshooting with lab development and other internal teams.
• Help improve the existing process by providing feedback and ideas to the assay development team.
• Onboard and execute new processes transferred from the development team as the menu expands.
• Follow laboratory safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs for ~15% of the work day.
• Ability to grasp with both hands, pinch with thumb and forefinger, turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height.

Conocimientos

Cell biology

Molecular biology

Lab automation

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Educación

Bachelor's degree in cell biology or related field

Descripción del empleo

Sr. Research Associate, Assay Development

Foster City, CA

We’re a well-funded start-up. You’ll get a chance to wear many hats, be a part of a growing team, and have the potential for exciting financial and career growth.

Here’s what sets us apart. We’ve set our sights on some of the biggest challenges facing biology today. We’re amassing a world class team of engineers, scientists, team builders and problem solvers to tackle these challenges heads-on. We’re passionate about developing the next generation technologies that will unravel the complexities of biology.

This is a unique opportunity to build, be part of an exciting start-up and be surrounded by good humans who are super capable, humble and down-to- earth.

The Sr. Research Associate will be responsible for executing high-quality end-to-end workflows on the Cellanome R3200 platform in support of a variety of large-scale data generation contracts. The RA will utilize their cell biology experience to process living cells through multi-day assays, and their molecular biology experience to convert those same cells into sequencing-ready libraries. This role reports into the Director, Assay Development.

Essential duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Process samples end to end: prepare and assess cells, set up and monitor instrument runs, perform library prep, QC, and sequencing.
• Follow SOPs precisely and document all steps, observations, and deviations in real time.
• Support troubleshooting with the lab development and other internal teams.
• Help improve the existing process by providing feedback and ideas to the assay development team.
• Onboard and execute new processes transferred from the development team as the menu expands.
• Follow laboratory safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs for approximately 15% of typical working day.
• Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in cell biology, molecular biology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working in a laboratory environment and hands-on experience with cell culture techniques and assays.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols precisely.
• Experience with lab automation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

The estimated base salary range for this position is $95,000 - $108,000/year. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

What you can expect from us:

You’ll feel the energy when you walk in our door – we work hard, we have fun and we have ambitious plans to grow. Cellanome offers a comprehensive employment package that includes a competitive salary, generous stock options, great individual, and family health plans, a 401(k) and flexibility to balance work and life.

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