We are partnered with an early-stage biotechnology company using a novel technology for ultra-sensitive genomic analysis that does not require complex instrumentation or consumables. Our clients mission is to accelerate the understanding of biology and disease at a cellular level through accessible, affordable and scalable solutions.
About the Role:
As a Senior Research Associate in the Molecular Biology Group, you will advance our genetic medicine technologies, enabling the discovery and development of new therapeutics. Working with a diverse team of cell biologists, protein and RNA engineers, computational scientists, molecular biologists, and translational biologists, you will:
Develop SOPs to complete high-throughput arrayed molecular cloning and plasmid preparation projects.
Utilize laboratory instrumentation that includes colony pickers, Agilent Bravos and Integra VIAFLOs to increase throughput.
Identify, engage, and manage the relationship with CROs to efficiently track and manage components across multiple concurrent projects.
Participate in exciting science by collaborating with team members across functions and by understanding expectations and deliverables for each experiment.
Requirements:
A Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Bioengineering or a related field with a minimum of 4-5 years of laboratory experience in independent experimental design.
Proficiency with high-throughput molecular cloning, using assembly modalities like Gibson assembly, ligation, site-directed mutagenesis, and Golden Gate assembly.
Proficiency with nucleic acid extraction and purification, including high-throughput 96-well plasmid minipreps.
In-depth understanding of underlying molecular biology/biochemical concepts.
Creative thinking and a track record of high-quality data generation.
Strong understanding of laboratory and molecular biology best practices.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience using high-throughput workflows and laboratory automation including Agilent Bravo and Integra VIAFLO instruments.
3+ years of industry laboratory experience.
Experience using LIMS, Benchling, or similar tools for managing samples and data from high-throughput experiments.
Competency in processing and analyzing experimental data.
Strong knowledge of in silico molecular biology and data presentation software such as Geneious Prime, SnapGene and GraphPad Prism.