Job Description

SciPro has partnered with a AI drug discovery biotechnology company who is seeking a highly motivated and creative Research Assistant in Boston to contribute to the development of a multiplexed high-throughput in-vitro platform for AI-based drug discovery. The successful candidate will perform molecular biology analyses and cell-based studies along with lab maintenance work to support platform development and drug candidate screening.

This company is an innovative global start-up company pioneering drug development.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-vitro experiments, including cell culture maintenance, iPSC differentiation, characterization, and endpoint assays
• Perform biochemical, electrochemical, and imaging tests for analyses
• Execute assays such as qPCR, ELISA, Flow Cytometry, and Immunostaining to assess gene/protein expression and biological effects in primary and iPSC-derived 3D organoid cultures
• Receive, label, and safely store materials and samples
• Maintain records of all received samples and materials
• Report and discuss experimental results
• Clean and maintain lab equipment, including recalibration
• Maintain equipment records and daily work logs
• Prepare commonly used lab materials and specific assay components
• Stay updated on technical and scientific advances in relevant fields
• Summarize findings in presentations to internal stakeholders
• Collaborate with lead scientists to design workflows and study plans
• Participate in team meetings and provide regular oral and written updates on projects and milestones
• Review literature and work with colleagues to develop new methodologies and protocols

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in cell biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, or related discipline with 4+ years of industry experience; or Master’s degree with 2+ years of industry experience
• Experience with biotechnology lab routines
• Experience working with primary human cells/organoids
• Experience with stem cells (e.g., iPSC and ESCs) and differentiation into various lineages
• Proficiency in lab techniques such as Fluorescence Microscopy, qPCR, ELISA, Flow Cytometry, and other biochemical assays
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to contribute to multiple fast-paced projects concurrently
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Collaborative mindset and willingness to work with researchers from different disciplines

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of laboratory experience in an industry setting
• Availability to work on weekends for cell culture maintenance and time-dependent studies
• Experience in drug toxicity assays and knowledge of cardiovascular biology

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