Bioscience Research Associate
Overview:
SRI Biosciences Division is looking for a highly motivated Research Associate (RA) to contribute to multiple innovative programs spanning from drug target discovery to cell and gene therapies and drug delivery. At SRI, we identify novel targets for complex genetic and age-related disorders and develop new cell-based therapies for these diseases.We also create innovative devices and systems for drug delivery and diagnostic applications. The RA will support mission-focused work in mammalian cell culture, molecular biology and biochemistry. The ideal candidate has a background in cell and/or molecular biology and is passionate about learning new cutting-edge technologies and contributing to multidisciplinary projects.
This position will work onsite in our Menlo Park, CA office
Responsibilities:
- Perform routine mammalian tissue culture.
- Execute commonly used molecular cloning techniques.
- Isolation, amplification, and analysis of RNA/DNA.
- Execute biochemistry assays.
- Routine laboratory environment housekeeping.
- Excellent record keeping including electronic lab records, SOPs and short reports.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors or Masters in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Neuroscience or related field.
- Demonstrated experience with mammalian cell culture.
- Experience in standard molecular biology techniques.
- Experience in stem cell culture and/or any drug delivery related topics is a plus, but not required.
- Experience in working with multidisciplinary teams is a plus, but not required.
- For appointment as a Research Associate I
- New grad Bachelors degree in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Neuroscience or related field.
- Salary range: $55,580-$70,304
- For appointment as a Research Associate II
- New grad Masters degree in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Neuroscience or related field or a Bachelors degree with at least 3 years of experience
- Salary range: $62,750-$83,150
SRI also has a competitive benefits package, to view details please go to https://www.sri.com/resources/benefits/. SRI will accept applications until the position is filled.
SRI is an independent nonprofit research institute headquartered in Menlo Park, Calif., with a rich history of supporting government and industry. We create and deliver world-changing solutions for a safer, healthier, and more sustainable future.For more than 75 years, we have collaborated across technical and scientific disciplines to discover and develop groundbreaking products and technologies and bring innovations and ideas to the marketplace.