Senior Research Associate

3 weeks ago


San Francisco, California, United States Site Therapeutics Full time
About Site Therapeutics

Site Therapeutics is a cutting-edge biotechnology company dedicated to revolutionizing the field of immunology and genomics. Our mission is to develop innovative therapeutics that harness the power of genetic editing to treat a range of immune-related conditions.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Research Associate / Associate Scientist to join our launch team. As a key member of our research team, you will be responsible for deploying molecular biology techniques, culturing and optimizing mammalian cells, and developing novel protocols and standard operating procedures.

Key Responsibilities
  • Molecular Biology Techniques: Deploy next-generation sequencing (NGS), gene editing techniques, and other molecular biology approaches to advance our research goals.
  • Cell Culture and Optimization: Culture and optimize mammalian cells and primary immune cells to support our research objectives.
  • Assay Development and Validation: Optimize biological and biochemical assays to screen and validate novel targets.
  • Flow Cytometry and FACS: Perform flow cytometry and fluorescence-activated cell sorting (FACS) of primary human cells.
  • Protocol Development and SOPs: Develop novel protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the company.
  • Team Collaboration: Collaborate closely with a team of scientists and research associates to achieve tight timelines and create a comprehensive map of genomic sites impacting immune cells.
Requirements
  • Education and Experience: BS plus 2-7 years of experience or MS plus 0-5 years of experience (some early-stage startup experience preferred).
  • Cell Culture and Molecular Biology Experience: Strong experience with mammalian cell culture, primary immune cell culture experience preferred.
  • Lentiviral Manufacturing and Transduction Experience: Experience with lentiviral manufacturing and transduction.
  • Flow Cytometry and FACS Experience: Experience with flow cytometry and/or FACS.
  • Molecular Biology Approaches: Hands-on experience with molecular biology approaches like PCR, DNA isolation, and molecular cloning; gene editing technology is a plus.
  • Organizational and Communication Skills: Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written).
  • Adaptability and Learning Ability: Willingness and ability to learn new methods and skills for changing research priorities.
  • Record-Keeping and Time Management: Ability to keep detailed and organized records of experimental protocols and results, and prioritize tasks, coordinate work tasks with others, and meet multiple deadlines.
  • Team Player: Ability to work independently and as a member of a research team, and self-starter with an interest in building a team from the ground up at a brand new start-up.
What We Offer

In addition to a competitive compensation package with stock options, we offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their families.

We believe that a diverse, open, and inclusive environment and culture is key to our success. We will not be influenced in recruiting, hiring, promoting or any other employment practices by race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical or genetic condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state and local laws.



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