We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds who share our commitment to revolutionizing biology, driving meaningful innovation, and making a lasting impact on global healthcare.
This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI-driven protein design while collaborating with a dynamic, interdisciplinary team of experts in machine learning, protein engineering, cell biology, and gene editing.
Responsibilities
Develop, execute, and automate arrayed and pooled mammalian cell-based gene editing assays
Design and execute low and high throughput plasmid cloning campaigns for construction of DNA libraries
Leverage variety of readouts, including plate-based assays, flow cytometry, and next generation sequencing (NGS)
Coordinate with manager and stakeholder to prioritize and design impactful projects
Perform mammalian cell culture and transfection
Precisely track and document experimental samples, assay data, and results
Analyze experimental data and interpret results
Present experimental results to colleagues in team and cross-team meetings
Contribute to lab maintenance and adhere to EHS standards
Qualifications
BS and in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, or a related field and 4 years or MS in in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, or a related field and 2 years of relevant industry research experience
Extensive, hands-on experience with mammalian and bacterial cell culture and molecular biology
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across interdisciplinary teams
Strong organizational skills to accurately track laboratory samples and experimental data
Preferences
Experience with CRISPR and/or mammalian cell-based gene editing assays
Experience with next generation sequencing wet lab and computational workflows/analysis
Experience with high throughput screening workflows
Experience with flow cytometry
Experience with process development and and structured collaboration
Experience processing and analyzing large experimental datasets (i.e. Python or JMP)
What We Offer
High-growth opportunity with meaningful impact on the future of protein design
Competitive compensation package with equity participation
401(k) with a strong employer match
Comprehensive benefits including health/dental/vision insurance
Generous PTO policy and commitment to work-life balance
Professional development opportunities in a cutting-edge field at the intersection of AI and biology
Profluent Bio, Inc is an equal opportunity employer promoting diversity and inclusion in the workspace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding), genetic information, taking or requesting statutorily protected leave, or any other basis protected by law.
- Work Authorization Requirement
- Applicants must have ongoing work authorization in the United States that does not require employer sponsorship. Sponsorship will not be provided now or at any time in the future for this position.
Employment Eligibility Verification
Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and work eligibility and complete the required employment verification form upon hire.
Hiring Salary Range
$104,000—$110,000 USD
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