RA-II/Sr. Research Associate Protein Engineering
SystImmune
Summary
We are seeking a Research Associate II or Senior Research Associate to join our Protein Engineering team. This role is ideal for a highly motivated individual with strong molecular biology skills and a passion for scientific innovation. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment focused on the development of novel therapeutic antibodies.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine and complex molecular biology techniques including PCR, Restriction Endonuclease Digestion, Gibson Assembly, Ligation cloning, Golden Gate Assembly, bacterial transformations, and plasmid purification
- Maintain detailed records of experimental procedures and results in electronic lab notebooks
- Collaborate with team members to support cloning and construct generation for protein expression
- Assist in troubleshooting and optimizing molecular workflows to improve efficiency and throughput
- Manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- Maintain lab organization and inventory of reagents and supplies
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field
- Research Associate II requires bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of industry experience
- Senior Research Associate requires bachelor’s degree with 5+ years or master’s degree with 3+ years of industry experience
- 2+ years of hands-on lab experience in molecular biology techniques
- Experience with cell line engineering plasmids is a plus
- Experience using sequencing analysis software (eg. Geneious, Benchling) is a plus
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field
- Research Associate II requires bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of industry experience
- Senior Research Associate requires bachelor’s degree with 5+ years or master’s degree with 3+ years of industry experience
- 2+ years of hands-on lab experience in molecular biology techniques
- Experience with cell line engineering plasmids is a plus
- Experience using sequencing analysis software (eg. Geneious, Benchling) is a plus
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Short term disability
- Long term disability
- 401k plan with company match
- Paid time off
- Sick leave
- Paid holidays
Company overview
SystImmune is a biotechnology company specializing in immune system research and therapeutic development. The company focuses on advancing innovative approaches to modulate and harness the immune system for treating various diseases. With a name suggesting systemic immune system targeting, SystImmune likely engages in research areas such as immunotherapy, autoimmune disorders, cancer immunology, and infectious disease treatments. The company operates at the intersection of immunology and biotechnology, developing novel therapeutic candidates that aim to address unmet medical needs through immune system modulation. SystImmune's research efforts contribute to the growing field of immunotherapies, which have revolutionized treatment approaches for cancer and other immune-related conditions. The company represents the cutting edge of biotechnology research focused on understanding and manipulating immune responses for therapeutic benefit.