Research Associate

To provide technical laboratory research effort in support of multiple projects focused on expedited evaluation and the clinical translation of therapies.

Responsibilities

• siRNA drug candidate screening, hit identification, and lead optimization
• Cellular and molecular biology methodologies, e.g., mammalian cell culture; in vitro screening; cell-based assays; RNA extraction and RT-qPCR
• Analyze data and present the results in group meetings
• Maintain clear experimental records in laboratory notebooks; write SOPs and other technical reports as needed
• Work closely with research team members to quickly and effectively address critical questions related to the efficacy of our drugs
• Review literature and provide insights to research directions, while predominantly making hands-on contributions to the research

Qualifications

• Master’s in Cell and Molecular Biology or Pharmaceutical Sciences
• 4+ years of relevant drug discovery laboratory experience in industrial or academic environment is preferred
• Experience in cellular and molecular biology is essential (e.g., mammalian cell culture, cell-based assays, quantitative real-time PCR)
• Experience with primary human adipocytes and hepatocytes culture is preferred
• Experience with advanced in vitro model systems including organoids and other 3D culture systems is highly preferred
• Experience with RNAi and in vitro screening is preferred
• Candidate must have strong oral and written communication skills, strong work ethics and demonstrated to be an effective contributor to group projects in a team-oriented environment
• The ability to perform and interpret experiments reliably, and to advance projects aggressively towards defined goals is expected

Pay

$48.37 - $48.37/hr. Non-exempt positions are eligible for overtime at a rate of 1.5 times the base hourly rate for all hours worked in excess of 40 in a work week, or as required by state or local law.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Health savings accounts with qualified medical plan enrollment
• 10 paid days off, 3 days paid bereavement leave
• 401(k) plan participation with employer match
• Life and disability insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Dependent care flexible spending account
• Accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance
• Accommodations and reimbursement for work travel
• Discretionary performance or recognition bonus
• Sick leave and mobile phone reimbursement provided based on state or local law