Research Associate

R&D Partners is seeking to hire a Research Associate II in South San Francisco, CA.

Benefits of this role:

Competitive pay

Full-Time role

Benefits + 401k

Your main responsibilities as a Research Associate II:

Generate engineered cell lines using methods including stable integration (both lentivirus and piggybac) and CRISPR gene editing

Transfection/ gene editing optimization in cell lines

Troubleshoot protocols

Instrument maintenance

Maintain and quality check cell lines in culture

What we are looking for in a Research Associate II:

A self-motivated candidate with a (BS/ MS) + 3 years industry experience, or PhD in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Genetics, or a related discipline.

Qualified candidates must have demonstrable strong mammalian cell culture techniques and ability to generate high-quality data.

Candidates should have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and will be required to analyze and present data at team meetings.

The candidate should be team-oriented, highly organized both operationally and in silico, with the ability to multi-task across a diverse array of projects, and eager to learn new skills.

Prior expertise in some or all of the following: DNA/RNA/Protein extraction and quantification, molecular cloning, PCR, RT-PCR, ddPCR assay design and screening, FACS, transfection, CRISPR genome editing, siRNA/shRNA, SDS-PAGE, immunoblotting, cell-based assays, NGS, and viral vector development/use.

Why Choose R&D Partners?

Supportive teams

Ongoing contracts

Weekly payroll

Refer a Friend bonus

Pay Scale:

$25.52 - $45.13 (Dependent on Experience)

R&D Partners is a specialist employment agency and recruitment business providing job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.

R&D Partners is an equal opportunity employer.