Vector Engineering Research Associate I

Yoh Services LLC; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life & Disability Insurance

MetLife Voluntary Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401K Retirement Savings Plan

Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll

Referral Bonus Programs

Certification and training opportunit

Job summary

Yoh is seeking a Research Associate I to join our Vector Engineering team in South San Francisco, CA. This contract-to-hire role offers hands-on experience in viral vector production, cell culture, and molecular biology for therapeutic discovery programs.

The ideal candidate has strong lab fundamentals, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team. Onsite schedule is 5 days a week; flexible learning environment and growth potential.

Qualifications

• Educational background in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline.
• Hands-on laboratory experience through academic research or industry.
• Experience with serological pipetting and performing accurate serial dilutions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow laboratory protocols.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, productivity, and ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Willingness to learn new techniques, take ownership of responsibilities, and develop independent laboratory skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the production of adeno-associated viral (AAV) vectors for research and drug discovery.
• Perform routine mammalian cell culture activities, including media preparation, cell maintenance, and passaging.
• Learn and execute transfection, viral vector harvest, and purification workflows.
• Execute established laboratory protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain accurate laboratory documentation and sample tracking.
• Support reagent preparation, inventory management, and laboratory organization.
• Collaborate with scientists and research associates to troubleshoot technical challenges.
• Identify opportunities to improve laboratory workflows and processes.

Skills

Biology / Molecular Biology background

Hands-on laboratory experience

Pipetting & serial dilutions

Attention to detail

Documentation & communication

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or related field

Tools

Mammalian cell culture techniques

Transfection techniques

AAV vector workflows

Job description

Yoh is seeking a Research Associate I to join our Vector Engineering team in South San Francisco, CA. This contract-to-hire role offers hands-on experience in viral vector production, cell culture, and molecular biology for therapeutic discovery programs.

The ideal candidate has strong lab fundamentals, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team. Onsite schedule is 5 days a week; flexible learning environment and growth potential.