Research Associate II, Delivery

Job Responsibilities

• Perform plasmid purification, genomic DNA extraction, RNA extraction, and PCR-based assays (PCR, qPCR, ddPCR)
• Conduct routine mammalian cell culture activities, including maintenance of adherent cell lines and execution of cell-based assays following established SOPs
• Support in vitro assays including transfection and AAV transduction
• Prepare samples for downstream analyses such as NGS or other advanced molecular assays
• Accurately document experimental procedures and results in an electronic laboratory notebook in accordance with data integrity standards
• Analyze data, summarize results, and communicate findings through internal reports or presentations
• Maintain laboratory organization, including reagent preparation, inventory management, and inspection readiness
• Contribute to continuous improvement of laboratory workflows by following SOPs and escalating issues appropriately

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related scientific field with 2+ years of relevant laboratory experience; OR a Master’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related scientific field
• Hands-on experience with molecular biology techniques, including DNA/RNA isolation, SDS-PAGE, qPCR, ddPCR and Western blot
• Prior experience with mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique
• Strong technical laboratory skills with the ability to independently execute protocols and experiments
• Ability to follow established protocols with minimal supervision and deliver reliable, reproducible results
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to accurate documentation
• Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work effectively within a collaborative, cross-functional team environment
• Proficiency with basic data analysis and common laboratory software tools (e.g., Excel, GraphPad)

Preferred Education, Experience And Skills

• Experience supporting AAV research or delivery programs, including familiarity with viral vectors or gene therapy concepts
• Exposure to AAV production or purification workflows at a research scale
• Comfort working across diverse experimental workflows and learning new techniques as project needs evolve