Scientific Research Assistant

17 hours ago


Palo Alto, California, United States The Chan Zuckerberg Biohub, Inc. Full time
About the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub

The Chan Zuckerberg Biohub is an independent nonprofit research institute that brings together three powerhouse universities - Stanford, UC Berkeley, and UC San Francisco - into a single collaborative technology and discovery engine. Our vision is to pursue large scientific challenges that cannot be pursued in conventional environments.

Research Opportunity

We are seeking a Research Associate with a strong foundation in molecular biology and experience with fluorescence microscopy imaging. As part of our interdisciplinary team, you will assist in designing, building, and using state-of-the-art light-sheet fluorescence microscopes to do live, volumetric, multi-color, and in-toto imaging of zebrafish embryonic development.

Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain and manage fish stocks under the mentorship and supervision of senior researchers.
  • Conduct standard molecular biology and omics protocols.
  • Perform imaging experiments and help run standard image processing pipelines.
Requirements and Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences or bioengineering.
  • 1 year of experience with molecular biology lab techniques.
  • 1 year of experience with fluorescence microscopy imaging.
Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, ranging from $52,000 to $77,000 for Research Associate I and $67,000 to $99,000 for Research Associate II. We also provide access to resources and facilities at our partner universities, opportunities for career development, and a comprehensive benefits program, including healthcare coverage, life and disability insurance, commuter subsidies, family planning services with fertility care, childcare stipend, 401(k) match, flexible time off, and a generous parental leave policy.

Work Environment

We are committed to cultivating an inclusive organization where all colleagues feel inspired and know their work makes an important contribution. We value scholarly excellence, disruptive innovation, hands-on engineering, partnership and collaboration, open communication and respect, inclusiveness, and opportunity for all.



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