Temporary Research Associate or Senior Research Associate, Cell Biology
Earli
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The mission of the Biotechnology startup Earli Inc. is large and ambitious: to detect and then cure cancer at its earliest stages, effortlessly and pain free. In other words, ‘make cancer a benign experience’. The technology which grounds the company’s efforts ushers in a new era in “synthetic biomarkers” as a novel methodology to detect cancer and then subsequently localize and then treat the cancer. The enabling technology utilizes “synthetic biomarkers” as a novel methodology to detect, localize and ultimately destroy cancer. Founded by Sam Gambhir, Cyriac Roeding and David Suhy, the company is well funded by world-class entrepreneurs and venture capital firms. Earli, Inc. is currently based in Redwood City, California.
Who You Are
- You share our same sense of dedication, scientific passion and entrepreneurial spirit
- You work well in a fast-paced and extremely focused startup environment
- You are not only smart, but clever and constantly think outside the box
- You are able to make logical decisions in an instant when there is little time to evaluate
- You are a natural communicator and relationship builder
- You stay calm under high pressure and stress
- You have the ability to multi-task in a serious way, with an extreme attention to detail
- You become a representative of the core DNA of the company through who you are
The Position
Earli, Inc. is currently seeking a dynamic Senior/Research Associate who is inspired to change the world by pushing the scientific envelope.
Your Primary Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain cell lines and primary cell-based models using aseptic cell culture techniques
- Perform cell-based assays (i.e. fluorescence microscopy, PCR, etc.) for evaluation of proliferation, viability, toxicity and Quality Assurance of cell lines and banks
- Occasionally perform flow cytometry and colorimetry-based assays to characterize cell lines
- Maintain detailed documentation of experimental methods, results, and inventory of cell lines and materials in organized lab records
- Work and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, and present findings internally
Your Required Experience, Knowledge and Skills
- BS or MS degree in Life Sciences or Cell Biology or Immunology with 1-2 years biotech industry or equivalent research experience
- Demonstrated expertise in aseptic cell culture of mammalian cells and primary cell lines, including maintenance and creation of research/master cell banks
- Proficiency in Microsoft Offices suite, experience with good documentation and data record keeping are required
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills are required
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively in a fast-paced, adaptive, collaborative environment
- Hands-on experience and knowledge in microscopy, standard molecular biology techniques including DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, and qPCR is a plus
- Familiarity with digital laboratory notebook applications is a plus
If interested in applying, please attach a CV or have a well-developed LinkedIn profile for us to be able to assess your background.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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