Research Associate, Bioengineering

Oddity Labs - Cambridge, MA

Full-time - Entry Level

Cambridge, MA

About the position

The Research Associate in Bioengineering at ODDITY LABS will play a crucial role in supporting research and development projects by designing, executing, and analyzing experiments. This position involves maintaining laboratory documentation, managing equipment, and contributing to a collaborative lab culture while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design, prepare, execute, and analyze various experiments to support R&D projects.
• Support an environment that enables a staff of highly skilled peers to perform biological and computational experiments.
• Help develop and standardize standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Refine and continuously evolve existing pipelines for data-driven decision-making and product validation.
• Maintain all laboratory-related documentation, including laboratory notes and safety data sheets.
• Manage and coordinate instrument and equipment maintenance.
• Perform regular calibration and QA/QC checks on instrumentation and equipment.
• Stay updated on trends in beauty and biotechnology and implement new technologies.
• Contribute to promoting a unified office/laboratory culture through community-building activities.
• Ensure a clean and safe environment for all laboratory personnel.
• Enforce universal precautions and the use of personal protective equipment.
• Assist in laboratory ordering, inventory, regulations, and permits.

Requirements

• B.S. or higher in Biology, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, or related major.
• 1-2 years of industry experience in a biological laboratory setting.
• Extensive experience (3+ years) with mammalian cell culture, particularly with primary human cells.
• Experience with stem cells, iPSC differentiation, various culture substrates, and/or 3D models is ideal.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to balance multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office software, especially Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to scientific rigor.
• Willingness to learn new skills as needed.
• Independent problem solver with initiative.
• High level of accountability and commitment to high standards.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with advanced laboratory techniques and technologies.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance in laboratory settings.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Visa sponsorship for candidates (OPT, STEM OPT, H1B, TN).
• In-office position in Cambridge, Massachusetts.