At Element Biosciences, we are passionate about our mission to empower the scientific community with more freedom and flexibility to accelerate our collective impact on humanity. We have built a highly efficient product-driven organization where employees can learn, grow, and thrive in a challenging but encouraging environment. We are committed to scientific integrity, collegiality, honesty, objectivity, and openness.

We are seeking a Research Associate, Surface Chemistry who has a curious mind and a great desire to learn new techniques in new areas of study to join our interdisciplinary research team. You will be supporting our research and development efforts in a BSL2 laboratory. Your primary responsibility will be culturing, maintaining, and preparing cells for downstream applications. The preferred candidate will have scientific research lab experience, demonstrated by any combination of prior curricular, extracurricular undergraduate research lab work, scientific paper, poster, or presentations. This role will report to our Senior Scientist and will be a San Diego based, on-site role.

If you possess the following and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to explore this role.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Perform routine mammalian cell culture, including maintenance, passaging, and harvesting of cells
Prepare cells for downstream assays by following established protocols
Support assay development efforts to gain insights into cell-solid surface interaction mechanisms
Ensure proper handling and disposal of biological materials in accordance with BSL2 safety guidelines
Assist in troubleshooting problems in experiments in terms of assay design, protocol, and reagents based on knowledge obtained from training or literature
Document research progresses in the form of internal and external publications
Provide occasional weekend support for time-sensitive cell line maintenance

Education and Experience:

Minimum bachelor’s degree in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, bioengineering or similar fields
0-2 years of relevant experience (undergraduate research experiences are highly preferred)
Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture techniques from coursework, internships, or research projects
Previous experience in a BSL2 lab is a plus but not required
Ability to produce high quality work with great attention to detail in a fast pace and efficient manner
Basic understanding of NGS technologies
Basic algebraic, statistical, and mathematical skills are required
Creative and independent thinker; excellent communication skills; good team worker; ability to multitask and work independently; and ability to find creative solutions to problems are required

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
The position requires physical activity and the handling of chemicals. Candidates are required to follow the safety protocols and be familiar with personal protective equipment (PPE) while working in the laboratory environment

Location:

San Diego – onsite

Travel:

Up to 5% - or as opportunity arises

Job Type:

Full-time, Exempt

Base Compensation Pay Range:

$69,000 - $85,000

In addition to base compensation noted above, you will be eligible for stock options, discretionary annual bonus, no cost health insurance plans, 401k with company match, and flexible paid time off.

Please note: Base compensation will depend on multiple factors, including geographic location, qualifications, and experience.

We foster an environment such that all people are afforded the freedom to pursue their passions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.

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