Research Associate b.next Rebuilding biology for engineering

Mbc Biolabs - San Francisco, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

San Francisco, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The research associate position at b.next involves developing and testing core technologies for building synthetic cells. The role encompasses experimental work in various areas such as cell-free systems engineering, protein purification, DNA design, and liposome preparation, along with general lab management and operations. This position offers the opportunity to gain experience in a growing synthetic biology company and to connect with innovative biotech groups across different sectors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experimental work in cell-free systems engineering.
• Perform protein purification and DNA design.
• Prepare liposomes and manage general lab operations.
• Assist in bacterial culturing, PCR, gel electrophoresis, and molecular cloning.
• Conduct plate reader assays and cell-free expression systems experiments.
• Prepare buffers and media, and perform DNA purification, sequencing, and analysis.

Requirements

• BS/MS in a relevant field with 2+ years of wet-lab synthetic biology or molecular biology experience, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in bacterial culturing, PCR, gel electrophoresis, molecular cloning, and plate reader assays.
• Experience with cell-free expression systems and protein purification.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive and autonomous approach to problem-solving.

Benefits

• Competitive salary compensation commensurate with experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401(k) plan.
• Coffee on tap.