(Sr) Research Associate

Company: HireMinds
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Job Description:

Research Associate, Cell Biology (title flexible for more experienced candidates)
Our small start up company in the protein engineering space, located in Cambridge, MA, has an immediate need for an RA/Sr RA on their Cell Biology team. Mammalian cell culture expertise from an industry setting (and/or academic project) is required to enable you to go beyond just executing platform development experiments. In fact, this role is best suited for the ambitious candidate who aims to design and establish robust cell based assays for lead selection and optimization purposes for a therapeutic with limitless applications.
Responsibilities

• Use western blot, qPCR, ELISA, molecular cloning, and primary cell culture capabilities for cell based assay development
• Learn/apply transfection for DNA/RNA delivery, as well as gene editing
• Sort and evaluate cells with flow cytometry, IHC, and immunofluorescence
• Maintain an electronic lab notebook
  Requirements:
  • BS or MS in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related Life Science area with 3+ years relevant lab experience (industry preferred) - Sr RA and Associate Scientist titles available for highly qualified candidates
  • Experience with mammalian tissue culture is required. CRISPR/siRNA experience is a plus
    Discover how you can grow as a researcher with this small, tight-knit company by applying today!
    Please note: this role is available to candidates who are legally authorized to work for any US employer both now and in the future, and those who can start in a new role 2-3 weeks after accepting an offer.

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