Research Associate II

Description

Position at Neochromosome

Job Title: Research Associate II

R&D (Protein Engineering) - Neochromosome

Reports to: Protein Engineering Team Lead

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Location: Innolabs - Long Island City, NY

• Role requires the candidate to be on-site 100% of the time

About Us

Opentrons Labworks, Inc. is a disruptive life science company leveraging its integrated lab platform to supercharge the pace of innovation in research and healthcare. Opentrons Labworks is the parent company to business units Opentrons Robotics and Neochromosome. Through Opentrons Robotics, thousands of institutions are automating R&D operations with flexible, easy-to-use liquid handling lab robots. Through Neochromosome, biopharma and biotech at large can benefit from our world-class genome-scale cell engineering solutions.

If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, come join us! We provide excellent benefits, competitive compensation, equity packages, and opportunities for growth. Learn more on our Careers Website.

About the Role

As a Research Associate II in the Protein Engineering group, the candidate will work with a team of scientists on various protein engineering projects, often using high-throughput screening. We are looking for creativity, insight, and knowledge of molecular biology techniques. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in molecular biology, microbial culture, and surface display workflows. You will work alongside scientists with extensive molecular biology, protein biochemistry, and high-throughput screening expertise, sharing success on several projects simultaneously.

The RA II will report to the Protein Engineering Team Lead.

What You Will Do

Assist scientists in the execution of various high throughput, molecular biology experiments.

Execute various molecular biology experiments to assist scientists in the execution of protein engineering projects.

Contribute to lab experiments for the development, validation, and day-to-day operation of automated protocols and workflows.

Contribute to lab day-to-day operations (media prep, inventory etc.).

Operate automated instrumentation for high throughput workflows.

Track experimental progress using an electronic lab notebook.

Provide training to junior members of the team.

Be one team, demonstrate a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

Who We Are Looking For

Education:

Bachelor's degree in molecular biology, microbiology, chemistry, biophysics, biotechnology, biochemistry or related scientific or technical field, or equivalent experience

Required Experience:

Minimum of 2 years practical experience in an industry or academic microbiology laboratory

Experience with DNA extraction

Experience with molecular cloning techniques

Experience with basic microbiology techniques including culturing and transformation

Experience with planning and executing PCR experiments

Preferred Experience:

Experience with planning and executing cloning experiments

Experience developing experimental workflows and standard operating procedures

Experience with yeast surface display workflows

Experience with laboratory automation systems

Experience with plasmid editing software (e.g. Ape, Snapgene)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Demonstrated experience working in a team environment

Ability to execute and thrive in a dynamic startup environment

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

This role will require the candidate to be on-site

Ability to lift up to 20 pounds

Compensation: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $75,000 and $83,000 per year; base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and years of experience. We typically target mid-range for well-qualified candidates. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including equity and full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. Following employment, growth beyond the hiring range is possible based on performance.

Opentrons Labworks Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected for the requisition or the requisition has a sufficient number of applications.

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